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Caltech's M4 multifunctional transforming system represents a paradigm shift in the field of robotics, offering unprecedented adaptability and versatility through its modular design and dynamic transformation capabilities. This robotic system is unique because of its ability to transform between multiple configurations, allowing it to adapt to a wide range of environments and tasks. Unlike traditional robots that are limited by their design, the M4 can alter its form to perform different functions, making it highly versatile. The transformation mechanism of the M4 is inspired by origami-like folding techniques, enabling the robot to switch from one mode to another with precision and speed. Whether it needs to move across rugged terrain, fly, or navigate underwater, the M4 can adjust its shape and operational mode to meet the demands of its environment. This multifunctional capability is critical for applications in areas such as search and rescue, where the robot might need to traverse complex, unpredictable settings. The M4's flexibility also positions it for use in space exploration, where the ability to operate in various forms could help it tackle the challenges of different planetary surfaces. Caltech's innovative approach to creating a robot that can morph and adapt in real-time sets the M4 apart as a revolutionary advancement in the field of robotics, offering endless possibilities for future technological applications. #honestai #honestaiengine

Useability is limitless

This is #AmazingAI #AmazingArtificialIntelligence HonestAI - Generative AI, Machine Learning and More . It can be used in severe conditions and terrains and even multiplanetry multiterrains, it seems. Sharing.

Imagine jumping over Big Ben not once but twice - fantasy? Not quite. The University of Manchester's latest breakthrough heralds leaps in robotic capabilities, quite literally! Their design for a new robot capable of a staggering 200m vertical jump could shift the landscape of planetary exploration and disaster rescue missions. By honing the robot's structural integrity and optimizing energy efficiency, researchers may have overcome the primary challenge of enhancing spring-driven robots' performance. This isn't just about breaking records; it's about breaking barriers to accessing some of the most challenging terrains on Earth and beyond. As we look towards the future, visions of agile robots leaping across lunar landscapes aren't as far-fetched as they once seemed. Thoughts? #Robotics #Innovation #FutureTech

Researchers at the University of Manchester have designed a revolutionary robot capable of jumping over 120 meters—more than twice the height of Big Ben. On the moon, it can achieve an astounding 200 meters. This record-breaking height is made possible by innovative design elements, including light prism-shaped legs and tension-only springs, which significantly enhance performance and energy efficiency. Traditional jumping robots often waste energy through inefficient jumps and undesired movements. The Manchester team tackled these issues by optimizing the robot's size, shape, and part arrangement, ensuring maximum height and minimal energy loss. Their design redistributes mass towards the top and uses specially structured links to maintain rigidity. This advancement not only sets a new standard in robotic mobility but also has potential applications in navigating challenging terrains on Earth and space. The next steps involve refining jump direction control and harnessing kinetic energy from landings to boost the robot's efficiency further. #Robotics #Innovation #UniversityOfManchester #FutureTech #Engineering #HighJump #EnergyEfficiency #SpaceExploration #Technology

"📝 RoboSimian: A Remarkable Ape-Like Robot Design 🤖🦍 NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory "Discover the incredible capabilities of RoboSimian, a versatile robot designed for complex terrains and delicate tasks, born out of a DARPA challenge to enhance disaster response robotics." 🦾 Highly Articulated: RoboSimian boasts 7 degrees-of-freedom (DoF) along each limb, providing exceptional dexterity and maneuverability. 🏋️ Impressive Payload: With a mass of 120 kg, RoboSimian can carry up to approximately 20 kg of payload, making it suitable for various tasks. 🚀 Mobility Enhancement: For mobility research, RoboSimian was equipped with four driven wheels, totaling 32 independently actuated rotary joints. 🌀 Innovative Wheel Design: Each RoboSimian wheel features a mesh-spring design, composed of 200 barrel-springs woven together to form a torus, ensuring efficient movement. 🌍 Versatile Applications: This robot has been used for mobile manipulation and planetary analogue mobility tasks, showcasing its adaptability for different environments. 🌐 DARPA Challenge: RoboSimian's creation was in response to a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) challenge aimed at advancing the use of robots in disaster situations. RoboSimian represents a significant leap in robotics technology, with its unique design and versatility enabling it to excel in a wide range of applications, from disaster response to planetary exploration. Its combination of mobility, dexterity, and innovative engineering makes it a remarkable addition to the world of robotics. 🌟 Track the Trend: Stay ahead of the curve and explore the possibilities, follow me on Linkedin.com/in/psmahesh ⛷❄🏂🌄 "Credits: 🌟 All rights and credits for the content presented are reserved for their respective owners. 📚 For attribution or content removal requests, please contact me. 📩 Only used for Academic Learning/Sharing good work purpose, giving due credit to respective owner 📚 Thank you, and God bless. 🙏"

🤖 Primitive Robot → Revolutionary Mind 🌟 📅 Let's go back to the time when mobile robots as we know them were brought to life. 🔸 Shakey was the world’s first mobile intelligent robot, embodying numerous breakthroughs in AI, Robotics, computer vision, navigation and other research areas. Robot was developed from 1966 to 1972 by SRI International. 🔸Shakey integrated various AI components into a single entity capable of sensing and acting upon its environment. 🔸Although the hardware looks a bit clunky, all the magic is in the software architecture that introduced the use of layered systems in robotics. 🔸Development of Shakey influencing everything from modern speech-based technologies to NASA’s Mars rover. 🔸Shakey was honored with an IEEE Milestone Achievements Award. Housed in the Computer History Museum Shakey still inspire the next generations to think big 🙂 🔸Revisiting the past can teach us a lot. In this case, we can see how big thoughts , open minds, and small teams can revolutionize the world. 🔸I highly recommend to dig deeper and look for info about Shakey, you gonna be impressive ! 💬 How do you think, Good Old Grandpa Shakey would be proud of his modern grandchildren? I wonder how many times he would start a story with "In my day...". :)

💥𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭 💥 📢 📢 Spring-driven jumping robots have been an emerging trend in many robotic applications, including space exploration. 🌏 However, they have all suffered from incomplete conversion of elastic to kinetic energy during their jumps, resulting in reduced jump heights across designs and scales. Previously, the cause of this undesirable dynamic phenomenon remained unclear and was hypothesised to be linked to technological factors such as damping and frictional effects. Our latest paper, '𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞-𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠-𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐬', published in '𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐲', offers an alternative explanation. 🔥 🔥The open-access full text is available here: https://lnkd.in/eQz5_4YJ 🔥🔥 In this paper, we identified inefficient energy conversion as stemming from inertial effects caused by rotational and unsprung masses in the system. Additionally, we proposed practical solutions to enhance energy efficiency. This is particularly crucial for jumping robot applications in space, where energy sources are limited and efficiency is paramount. Please take a look, share your comments, and spread the word to your colleagues! Last but not least, huge credit goes to my supervisor, Ben Parslew, for his invaluable guidance on the project, especially regarding Simscape simulation. It's been a rewarding experience delving into the realm of jumping systems! Stay tuned for our upcoming works and projects! #springdriven #jumging #robots #space #takeoff #multibody #dynamics #robotics