Engineering and TechnologyNature Communications
Snail-inspired water-enhanced soft sliding suction for climbing robots
T. Yue, H. Bloomfield-gadelha, et al.
Dive into the fascinating world of robotics with research by Tianqi Yue, Hermes Bloomfield-Gadelha, and Jonathan Rossiter from the University of Bristol. This study unveils a lightweight robot inspired by snails, capable of impressive vertical and inverted sliding locomotion, utilizing water to enhance suction and reduce friction. Discover how this innovative technology could revolutionize climbing robots with high efficiency and payload management!
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