Key technologies of bionic inchworm robots: a survey
Abstract
The bionic inchworm robot is known for its flexible and adaptable locomotion and has attracted growing interest in agriculture, forestry, and infrastructure inspection. This paper reviews global research on such robots, focusing on actuation mechanisms, attachment strategies, kinematic modeling, control methods and locomotion performance. By systematically comparing existing studies, it summarizes key technologies, identifies current challenges and outlines future research directions. The goal is to provide a clear perspective that supports further advances in inchworm-inspired robotic systems.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Soft Robotics and Applications
Modular Robots and Swarm Intelligence
Soil Mechanics and Vehicle Dynamics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Intelligence & Robotics
- Publisher
- OAE Publishing Inc.
- Volume
- 6
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026