A Light Touch May Help Animals and Robots Move on Sand and Snow

Monday, October 12, 2015 - 08:30 in Biology & Nature

Having a light touch can make a hefty difference in how well animals and robots move across challenging granular surfaces such as snow, sand and leaf litter. Research shows how the design of appendages - whether legs or wheels - affects the ability of both robots and animals to cross weak and flowing surfaces.

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