Patent ID: 6705917
Filing Date: 2004-03-16
Classification: A63H

Abstract:
An apparatus that is capable of achieving self-synchronized walking and turning comprising:a first motor attached to said apparatus having a drive shaft extending therefrom; a first limb that is in communication with said first motor; a second motor, independent from said first motor, that is attached to said apparatus having a drive shaft extending therefrom; a second limb that is in communication with said second motor, said second limb being independent of said first motor, whereby said second limb is capable of moving at a different rate than said first limb; and at least one damper mechanism that is interposed between said first limb, or any movable member mechanically linked thereto, and said second limb, or any movable member mechanically linked thereto, whereby a any change in phase differential between said first limb and said second limb is resisted but can be accomplished.