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This research explores various communication protocols to enhance interactions among humanoid robot subsystems.

March 23, 2026Open Access

Communication Protocols: ROS 2, EtherCAT, and Real-Time Networking for Humanoid Robot Subsystems

This research explores various communication protocols to enhance interactions among humanoid robot subsystems.
Analyzed existing communication protocols: ROS 2 and EtherCAT.
Evaluated real-time networking capabilities.
Conducted simulations to assess subsystem performance under different protocols.
Identified ROS 2 as more versatile for higher-level tasks.
EtherCAT showed superior real-time capabilities for low-level control.
Demonstrated enhanced coordination among subsystems using selected protocols.

Research article: Communication Protocols: ROS 2, EtherCAT, and Real-Time Networking for Humanoid Robot Subsystems