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Armadillo-Inspired Robot Shell Automatically Rolls Up for Protection
Key Takeaways
- Researchers at NC State developed the MIPM, a protective shell for robots inspired by armadillos.
- The shell automatically rolls into a rigid sphere when a threat is detected using integrated sensors and actuators.
- The technology could be used in space exploration, search-and-rescue, and wearable tech.
- The outer layer withstands about 10 newtons of force per segment.
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