Earthworm Robot
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Overview
A soft robot inspired by the biology of earthworms, which is able to crawl thanks to soft actuators that elongate or squeeze, when air passes through them or is drawn out. It is being developed for underground exploration or search and rescue operations in confined spaces and the exploration of other planets.
Tags
- Biomimicry
- Soft Robotics
Developed by
Italian Institute of Technology (IIT)