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Hopping, flying robot gets all-terrain upgrade

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Briefings

Researchers at the University of Toronto, City University of Hong Kong, and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology have developed a new hopping robot capable of traversing diverse terrains including rubble and tree branches. The robot utilizes a novel locomotion system designed to mimic bird-like flight patterns, addressing the challenge of reaching inaccessible locations. This advancement expands the range of robotic applications in search and rescue and environmental exploration.

Key points

• The University of Toronto, City University of Hong Kong, and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology collaborated on a hopping robot with a bird-like locomotion system.
• The robot successfully navigates rubble and tree branches, expanding capabilities beyond swimming and crawling.

Context

Collaboration between three universities in Canada and Hong Kong has led to a new hopping robot capable of navigating rubble and tree branches, expanding robotic capabilities beyond swimming and crawling.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single article from November 2026. Specific performance metrics, battery life, or operational duration are not provided. The article does not specify the robot's weight, dimensions, or the exact terrain conditions tested.

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