Quadruped Robot: Design, Build & Dance

Project Overview

In this project, we developed a quadruped robot from concept to completion, incorporating advanced features like human movement mimicry and stability control. The project demonstrates end-to-end robotics development, including mechanical design, manufacturing, and software integration.

Introducing Meehoyo

Key Features

• Custom-designed and 3D-printed chassis and components
• Implemented walking and dancing gaits
• IMU-based stabilization system
• Raspberry Pi camera integration for visual inputs

Development Process

Design & Manufacturing

• Created detailed CAD models for all components
• Optimized designs for 3D printing
• Assembled custom components and electronics

Exploded View of the robot design

Software Development

• Developed gait control algorithms
• Implemented dance movement patterns
• Created computer vision system for movement recognition
• Integrated IMU data for balance control

Results & Demonstrations

Image Gallery

Project Videos

📹 Walking and Dancing Demonstration
View Video on Google Drive

📹 Build Process
View Video on YouTube

Technical Details

• Controller: Raspberry Pi
• Sensors: IMU, Camera Module
• Software: OpenCV, Custom Gait Control algorithms: genetic algorithms, sinusoidal controls.
• Manufacturing: 3D Printed Components

Future Development

• Enhanced movement mimicry capabilities
• Advanced stability control
• Additional dance routines
• Improved human interaction features