✉news TechnologyRobotics first seen 6 h ago, last 53 min ago, peak #5
Next-gen hopping robot mimics a flea
Original: Next-gen hopping robot is the smart flea we didn't know we needed
A new small hopping robot has been unveiled, drawing comparisons to a flea for its ability to jump despite its compact size. The design points to a trend in robotics toward tiny, agile machines that can navigate difficult terrain where wheeled or legged robots struggle. Coverage so far focuses on the engineering behind its jumping mechanism and its potential uses in inspection, search and exploration.
Why now: A newly unveiled hopping robot is attracting attention for its unusual flea-like jumping design.
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