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Robot feet simulate perfect human movement
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Robot feet simulate perfect human movement

Currently, the replacement of parts like prosthetics for people with disabilities has made significant progress, thanks to the development of science.

December 11, 2018
Adhesive cushion inspired by gecko foot
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Adhesive cushion inspired by gecko foot

An object weighing more than 300kg can be firmly attached to the glass wall without leaving a trace, thanks to the ultra-thin cushioning mattress inspired by the gecko.

December 11, 2018
Japanese robot Asterisk 6 feet
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Japanese robot Asterisk 6 feet

Researchers at the Robotics Arai Lab, Osaka University, Japan, have successfully created the Asterisk Robot (with six symmetrically spaced legs spaced 60 degrees apart a…

December 11, 2018
The biggest UFO hunting device in the world
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The biggest UFO hunting device in the world

Nestled inside a large dome of the Big Ben clock tower and armed with a huge mirror half-pitched in football pitch, it's hard to find a suitable name for E-ELT. It w…

December 11, 2018
Control your phone with your feet
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Control your phone with your feet

If you have to put the baby in his arms to answer the phone or drop basket while he is shopping down just because you want to move to another song in the music player of…

December 11, 2018
Self-cleaning adhesive inspired by gecko feet
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Self-cleaning adhesive inspired by gecko feet

Researchers are in the process of making the first adhesive that can self-clean after each use without the need for water or chemicals, very similar to the hairs on the…

December 11, 2018
'Super glue' imitates lizard feet
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'Super glue' imitates lizard feet

Defense and airline scientists BAE Systems has invented a super-sticky plastic called Synthetic Gecko, which simulates lizard legs.

December 11, 2018