Abstract.
A phenomenological model of the mechanism of stabilization of the body orientation during locomotion (dorsal side up) in the lamprey is presented. The mathematical modeling is based on experimental results obtained during investigations of postural control in lampreys using a combined in vivo and robotics approach. The dynamics of the model agree qualitatively with the experimental data. It is shown by computer simulations that postural correction commands from reticulospinal neurons provide information sufficient to stabilize body orientation in the lamprey. The model is based on differences between the effects exerted by the vestibular apparatus on the left and the right side.
This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access.
Similar content being viewed by others
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Additional information
Received: 16 February 2000 / Accepted in revised form: 29 September 2000
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
Kozlov, A., Aurell, E., Orlovsky, G. et al. Modeling postural control in the lamprey. Biol Cybern 84, 323–330 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004220000217
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s004220000217