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Cockroaches Offer Inspiration for Running Robots
Researchers are using the "bioinspiration" from cockroaches to build the world's first legged robot that is capable of running effortlessly over rough terrain. If the engineers succeed, they may owe their success to what's being learned from these insects and other animals. The latest findings outline how animals use their legs to manage energy storage and expenditure, and why this is so important for running stability.
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Researchers are using the "bioinspiration" from cockroaches to build the world's first legged robot that is capable of running effortlessly over rough terrain. If the engineers succeed, they may owe their success to what's being learned from these insects and other animals. The latest findings outline how animals use their legs to manage energy storage and expenditure, and why this is so important for running stability.
