Claire. Posted August 25, 2016 #1 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Soft, Rubbery 'Octobot' Can Move Without Batteries A rubbery little 'octobot' is the first robot made completely from soft parts, according to a new study. The tiny, squishy guy also doesn't need batteries or wires of any kind, and runs on a liquid fuel. The octopus-like robot is made of silicone rubber, and measures about 2.5 inches (6.5 centimeters) wide and long. The researchers say soft robots can adapt more easily to some environments than rigid machines, and this research could lead to autonomous robots that can sense their surroundings and interact with people. Read more: Live Science 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wickian Posted August 25, 2016 #2 Share Posted August 25, 2016 (edited) Does this mean that when machines rise up to take over the planet they'll have to deal with their own prejudice against the soft-frames like we do against other races/groups? Edited August 25, 2016 by Wickian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seaturtlehorsesnake Posted August 25, 2016 #3 Share Posted August 25, 2016 awww... it's the most adorable 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted August 25, 2016 #4 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Adorable Cthulhu is adorable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast Posted August 25, 2016 #5 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Thats a very nice and very smart piece of engineering. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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