Autonomous Intelligent Legged Robots: Technology Assessment and Roadmap

This report details a technology assessment of supervised autonomous intelligent humanoid and other legged robots. It evaluates current systems and future feasibility for military applications, projecting potential capabilities from 2002 through 2030. The document provides insights into the state of robotic technology, expert opinions, and user perspectives.

Key areas explored include:

• Analysis of expert and user surveys regarding robot utility and development timelines.
• Evaluation of the technological readiness and advancements in legged robot locomotion and control.
• Discussion of specific robot types, including bipedal and quadruped designs, and their military relevance.
• Identification of critical research and development needs for achieving advanced autonomous capabilities.
• A proposed technology roadmap to guide future development efforts.

The assessment was performed by Robotic Technology Inc. for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), involving collaboration with leading experts from organizations such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).