Constrained Reinforcement Learning for Unstable Point-Feet Bipedal Locomotion Applied to the Bolt Robot
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| author | Roux, Constant Chane-Sane, Elliot De Matteïs, Ludovic Flayols, Thomas Manhes, Jérôme Stasse, Olivier Souères, Philippe |
| author_facet | Roux, Constant Chane-Sane, Elliot De Matteïs, Ludovic Flayols, Thomas Manhes, Jérôme Stasse, Olivier Souères, Philippe |
| contents | Bipedal locomotion is a key challenge in robotics, particularly for robots like Bolt, which have a point-foot design. This study explores the control of such underactuated robots using constrained reinforcement learning, addressing their inherent instability, lack of arms, and limited foot actuation. We present a methodology that leverages Constraints-as-Terminations and domain randomization techniques to enable sim-to-real transfer. Through a series of qualitative and quantitative experiments, we evaluate our approach in terms of balance maintenance, velocity control, and responses to slip and push disturbances. Additionally, we analyze autonomy through metrics like the cost of transport and ground reaction force. Our method advances robust control strategies for point-foot bipedal robots, offering insights into broader locomotion. |
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| spellingShingle | Constrained Reinforcement Learning for Unstable Point-Feet Bipedal Locomotion Applied to the Bolt Robot Roux, Constant Chane-Sane, Elliot De Matteïs, Ludovic Flayols, Thomas Manhes, Jérôme Stasse, Olivier Souères, Philippe Robotics Bipedal locomotion is a key challenge in robotics, particularly for robots like Bolt, which have a point-foot design. This study explores the control of such underactuated robots using constrained reinforcement learning, addressing their inherent instability, lack of arms, and limited foot actuation. We present a methodology that leverages Constraints-as-Terminations and domain randomization techniques to enable sim-to-real transfer. Through a series of qualitative and quantitative experiments, we evaluate our approach in terms of balance maintenance, velocity control, and responses to slip and push disturbances. Additionally, we analyze autonomy through metrics like the cost of transport and ground reaction force. Our method advances robust control strategies for point-foot bipedal robots, offering insights into broader locomotion. |
| title | Constrained Reinforcement Learning for Unstable Point-Feet Bipedal Locomotion Applied to the Bolt Robot |
| topic | Robotics |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2508.02194 |