Frog-inspired robot hops over obstacles, lands, and prepares to jump again using tiny motor
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“Engineers have developed a palm-sized robot capable of hopping over stairs and landing securely to prepare for its next jump. The device uses a tiny motor to mimic the jumping mechanics of a frog.”
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