Design, Locomotion, and Control of Amphibious Robots: Recent Advances

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2602.19077v1
• Date: Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:18:02 GMT
• Title: Design, Locomotion, and Control of Amphibious Robots: Recent Advances
• Abstract summary: Amphibious robots are advancing applications in conservation, disaster response, and defense.<n>Their performance depends on locomotion mechanisms, actuation technologies, and sensor-control integration.
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• Abstract: Amphibious robots, operating seamlessly across land and water, are advancing applications in conservation, disaster response, and defense. Their performance depends on locomotion mechanisms, actuation technologies, and sensor-control integration. This review highlights recent progress in these areas, examining movement strategies, material-based actuators, and control systems for autonomy and adaptability. Challenges and opportunities are outlined to guide future research toward more efficient, resilient, and multifunctional amphibious robots.

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