Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Tech article 4/4/14

Giant six-legged robot crab walks the ocean floor

The Crabster CR200 have been released into the oceans. It weighs over half a ton, the six-legged, crustacean-inspired robot is intended for the most dangerous undersea exploration. It was developed by the Korean Institute of Ocean Science and Technology. The new machine copied the design of crabs and lobsters that live in stormy waters but are still able to control their movements.The Crabster is 2.4m long, 2.4m wide and 1.3m tall, rising to 1.8m when it stands up. Its six legs contain 30 motors, giving the remote pilot ample control and dexterity.  Using sonar, it scans the landscape for objects of interest, and can relay images through onboard cameras. Click here to learn more!

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