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Beetle-inspired soft robot responds to finger commands

Original: Beetle-inspired soft robot follows finger commands to walk, grip and relay sensory information

Researchers have developed a soft robot modeled on a beetle that can walk, grip objects and transmit sensory information in response to a user's finger movements. The design combines flexible, insect-like mechanics with intuitive gesture control, letting a human operator direct the machine directly with their hand. Coverage is drawing attention for how the robot merges biomimicry with tactile, hands-on control.

Why now: Fresh coverage of a novel biomimetic robot that combines gesture control with sensing is generating interest in robotics circles

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