Robot locomotion – a review

For a robotic machine to navigate through different geographical topographies, a platform having multi terrain maneuver capability is required. There are several types of designs available in the markets which make the robotic device capable of navigating through different terrains but their efficiency and performance is always a challenge due to differences in design specification for different natural terrains. The legged locomotion in hilly areas is favoredin the recent times, but the structural design and energy efficiency is always a challenge.In this paper meticulous analysis and summarization of some of the techniques including legged and all-wheel drive techniques has been discussed. Special focus has been given to locomotion in the hilly forest terrains including snowy and desert areas.