IAES International Journal of Robotics and Automation (IJRA)
Vol 14, No 3: December 2025

Humanoid robot balance control system during backward walking using linear quadratic regulator

Arsyi, Muhammad (Unknown)
Dharmawan, Andi (Unknown)
Sumbodo, Bakhtiar Alldino Ardi (Unknown)
Auzan, Muhammad (Unknown)
Istiyanto, Jazi Eko (Unknown)
Natan, Oskar (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Dec 2025

Abstract

Humanoid robots are designed to replicate human activities, including tasks in hazardous environments. However, maintaining balance during backward walking remains a significant challenge due to center of mass (CoM) shifts beyond the support polygon and limited knee joint motion. This study proposes a control strategy that integrates a linear quadratic regulator (LQR) with optimized walking patterns to enhance dynamic stability. The approach combines LQR-based control with CoM trajectory planning to ensure safe and stable backward walking. The methodology includes inverse kinematics for generating walking patterns and the use of Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) sensors to estimate the CoM trajectory. LQR parameters were tuned through simulation to improve responsiveness to disturbances. Evaluation metrics focused on CoM deviation, rise time, settling time, and overshoot. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed LQR system effectively maintains the CoM within 5% of the support polygon boundary. The system achieved rise times under one second and settling times below two seconds, while minimizing pitch and roll overshoots. Compared to proportional control, the proposed method significantly improves stability and reduces the risk of falling. This research advances control strategies for humanoid robots, contributing to improved mobility and operational safety. Moreover, it supports Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 9 by promoting innovation in intelligent robotic systems that can assist in complex or high-risk environments.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJRA

Publisher

Subject

Automotive Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Description

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