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Force-Aware Reinforcement Learning with Hybrid Sensorless Force Estimation for Wheeled-Legged Loco-Manipulation

arXiv · AI, language, vision and robotics · article · Sep 12, 2026 · UTC

Force-controlled loco-manipulation requires a whole-body policy to coordinate locomotion and arm motion while regulating end-effector interaction forces. This is challenging under floating-base dynamics and changing support contacts, particularly when end-effector force/torque sensing is unavailable for control. This paper presents a force-aware reinforcement learning approach with hybrid sensorless force estimation for wheeled-legged loco-manipulation. The proposed method provides a structured estimate of the end-effector force as an explicit policy observation, enabling force-guided contact

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