We describe a protocol for using insect antennae in the form of electroantennograms (EAGs) on autonomous robots. Our experimental design allows stable recordings within a day and resolves individual odor patches up to 10 Hz. The efficiency of EAG sensors for olfactory searches is demonstrated in driving a robot toward an odor source.
Martinez, D., Arhidi, L., Demondion, E., Masson, J., Lucas, P. Using Insect Electroantennogram Sensors on Autonomous Robots for Olfactory Searches. J. Vis. Exp. (90), e51704, doi:10.3791/51704 (2014).