old vid 33: Evolved Virtual Creature Number 16

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This creature is very clearly taking advantage of weaknesses in the physics engine. I believe it's using the joint-restoring forces that are automatically generated by the physics engine to keep jointed objects from drifting apart. These forces don't "belong" in the simulation in that they aren't the result of gravity, friction, or the servo motors controlled by the creatures. I think these forces overcompensate and create problems that trigger more such forces, like a driver skidding left and right on a slippery road. I don't currently have the know-how to detect and/or eliminate this problem, so for now I have to accept that these things will crop up from time to time. To see the other virtual creatures, visit: http://www.stellaralchemy.com/lee/virtual_creatures.html

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Education

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• 3D
• virtual
• creature
• evolution
• genetic
• algorithm
• programming
• simulation

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How is it moving? Lol