Our lab develops flexible, autonomous robots that can operate in places traditional robots typically can’t – tight, cluttered, or unpredictable spaces where humans often face risk or limited access. Inspired by how animals like snakes or elephants move, we design and study continuum and soft robots that can bend, twist, and adapt to their surroundings. We focus on giving these robots the sensing, planning, and control abilities they need to understand their environment and make safe, intelligent decisions on their own. Our goal is to create practical robotic tools for tasks like inspecting hard-to-reach industrial structures, assisting in minimally invasive surgical procedures, or exploring hazardous areas such as disaster sites, ultimately helping keep people safe and extending what robots can do in the real world.
Join Us
We are always looking for motivated undergraduate and graduate students. If you are interested in working with us and joining the ARCS lab, please contact sven.lilge@torontomu.ca.