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Everything About Robots Professor Cho Baek-Kyu, School of Mechanical Engineering
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Research on Locomotion and Control Technologies for Real-World Robots Led by Professor Cho Baek-Kyu of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Kookmin University, the Robotics Control Laboratory focuses on humanoid robots and quadrupedal robots, researching legged robot technologies capable of stable movement and operation in real-world environments. The laboratory conducts integrated research encompassing the entire robot lifecycle, from robot design and fabrication to control algorithm development and real-world applications.
Humanoid and Quadruped Robot-Based Locomotion Technology The Robot Control Research Lab focuses on the design and control framework of legged robots. While humanoid and quadruped robots differ structurally, they share a common technological foundation in terms of locomotion mechanisms and control algorithms. Building on this, the lab is developing locomotion technologies enabling stable movement across diverse environments. Furthermore, through underwater walking robot research incorporating waterproof design and fluid dynamics considerations, the lab is expanding the application scope of robotic walking technology from terrestrial to aquatic environments.
Uneven Terrain Walking and Reinforcement Learning-Based Control Real-world environments often resemble ‘uneven terrain’ characterized by small elevation differences, slopes, and irregular surfaces. Accordingly, the Robotics Control Lab has made Uneven Terrain Walking technology, enabling stable movement even on non-flat terrain, a core research focus. The lab is developing robotic walking technology that maintains balance across diverse terrains and under disturbance conditions, utilizing reinforcement learning-based control algorithms alongside fast hardware responsiveness.
Multi-purpose Robot Platform and Government Project Research Professor Cho is currently developing multi-purpose robot platforms through multiple government-funded projects. This includes research on transforming robot platforms that use wheels on flat surfaces and legs on stairs or rough terrain, alongside advancing uneven terrain walking technology. Concurrently, research on arm manipulation and task execution algorithms for humanoid robots capable of assisting or replacing human tasks is also a key research area.
Research Philosophy Focused on Practicality The research philosophy of the Robotics Control Lab is ‘practicality’. The goal is for research outcomes to transcend the laboratory and translate into technologies usable in real-world environments. To achieve this, students actively participate in competitions, field experiments, and external collaborative projects, gaining hands-on research experience.
Cultivating Talented Individuals with Flexible Thinking and Passion Professor Cho Baek-kyu emphasizes flexibility in adapting to rapidly changing technological environments and genuine passion for robotics as the most crucial competencies in the field of robotics. The Robotics Control Laboratory strives to be a leading research group in future robotics technology, working alongside students who possess deep interest in robotics and a spirit of challenge.
Professor Jo Baek-kyu's Laboratory Introduction Page Kookmin University Department of Mechanical Engineering
Everything About Robots, Professor Cho Baek-Kyu, School of Mechanical Engineering Robotics Control Lab We develop humanoid robots and quadrupedal robots, create control algorithms, and research their practical applications. In this video |
