This Tiny Frog-Like Robot Hops, Flips and Swims With Just Elastic Twists
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“A palm-sized robot has been developed that uses elastic twists to perform explosive hops, flips, and swimming motions. It is designed to navigate rough terrain using only simple motor movements.”
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