A Model of Protozoan Movement for Artificial Life

Authors: Dorin, A. & Martin, J.

ABSTRACT

Perhaps the most important aspect of modelling Artificial Life for computer animation is the accurate portrayal of motion. We introduce a method for the modelling and locomotion of Artificial Life based on the behaviour of single-celled organisms. We describe the means by which protozoa are able to move through fluids using flagella and cilia, and discuss a physically-based model for locomotion in this manner. We then apply this model to the locomotion of evolved artificial organisms.

Keywords:

artificial life, locomotion, dynamics, animation, procedural models, genetic algorithm, cilia, flagella.

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