ARTEMIS

ARTEMIS (Advanced Robotic Technology for Enhanced Mobility and Improved Stability) is a humanoid robot developed at UCLA’s Robotics and Mechanisms Laboratory (RoMeLa), led by Professor Dennis Hong. Standing at 143 cm and weighing 38 kg, ARTEMIS was built to compete in the RoboCup international soccer competition, pushing the boundaries of dynamic bipedal locomotion. It is one of the fastest and most agile humanoid robots in the academic research space.

Dynamic Locomotion Research

ARTEMIS was designed from the ground up for dynamic movement, featuring custom-built actuators that enable rapid weight shifting, kicking motions, and recovery from pushes and uneven terrain. Unlike industrial humanoid robots that prioritize slow, stable movement, ARTEMIS embraces the kind of fast, reactive locomotion needed for competitive sports. Its ability to walk on grass, maintain balance under perturbation, and execute coordinated movements represents significant advances in humanoid control theory.

Research Impact

• RoboCup Competition: Designed to compete against the world’s best humanoid robot soccer teams
• Custom Actuators: Purpose-built motors and transmissions optimized for explosive movement
• Academic Platform: Research findings are published openly, advancing the field globally
• Balance Innovation: Novel control algorithms enable recovery from disturbances that would topple other robots