A simple reinforcement learning algorithm for biped walking

Jun Morimoto, Gordon Cheng, Christopher G. Atkeson, Garth Zeglin

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Abstract

We propose a model-based reinforcement learning algorithm for biped walking in which the robot learns to appropriately place the swing leg. This decision is based on a learned model of the Poincare map of the periodic walking pattern. The model maps from a state at the middle of a step and foot placement to a state at next middle of a step. We also modify the desired walking cycle frequency based on online measurements. We present simulation results, and are currently implementing this approach on an actual biped robot.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3030-3035
Number of pages6
JournalProceedings - IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation
Volume2004
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2004
Externally publishedYes
EventProceedings- 2004 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation - New Orleans, LA, United States
Duration: 26 Apr 20041 May 2004

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