4-legged robot to help in disaster zones
Engineers in Italy have developed a robot that is a hydraulic quadruped intended to perform highly dynamic acts such as running and jumping.
The robot is called ‘HyQ’ and has 4 hydraulic limbs and sensors that control its position and strength.
It can trot, walk on rocks and pebbles, climb stairs, walk backwards and keep itself upright if knocked.
The robot is also able to navigate challenging and unstable terrain, such as collapsed buildings in the aftermath of an earthquake.
The robot is 1 meter long and weighs 75 kilograms. Its shape was inspired by 4-legged animals such as horses and dogs.
Engineers want to deploy the robot to aid rescue teams during high risk operations, using the machine to reach areas inaccessible to humans or transport materials.
Thanks to its sensors, the robot is able to measure the pressure it applies to the ground and change if needed.
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