Silva, Manuel S.Machado, J. A. Tenreiro2016-12-202011978-3-642-14787-6http://hdl.handle.net/10400.22/8894Fractional calculus (FC) is being used in several distinct areas of science and engineering, being recognized its ability to yield a superior modelling and control in many dynamical systems. This article illustrates the application of FC in the area of robot control. A Fractional order PDu controller is proposed for the control of an hexapod robot with 3 dof legs. It is demonstrated the superior performance of the system by using the FC concepts.engFractional calculusDynamical systemsRobot controlHexapod robotbook part10.1007/978-3-642-14788-3_48