Finger-controlled robo beetle sports artificial muscles & two-way feedback
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“Engineers have developed a beetle-inspired robot that uses artificial muscles and remote control to mimic the agility of real insects. The device is designed for specialized tasks like industrial inspection and search-and-rescue operations.”
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