Editor's Blog
September 15, 2009
Most of the time, the shoebox-sized robot – which is being developed for the US military – uses its four wheels to get around.
But the Precision Urban Hopper can use a piston-actuated "leg" to launch it over obstacles such as walls or fences.
The robot could boost the capabilities of troops and special forces engaged in urban warfare, say researchers.
The programme is being funded by Darpa, the US military’s research arm.
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Incredible! I wonder how high it can ‘jump’. This should be nice to see.
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The key here is saving lives in the future. These robots can go places that are in harms way keeping our soldiers away from trouble. Primarily, they can check out the terrain for road side bombs and any other materials that can cause injury or death. If a robot blows up running over a mine or road side bomb you build a new robot. The life of a human being has been spared. Anything that goes in to the planning of these robots is OK with me. casino en ligne
I agree with that. Robots like this will definitely save lives in various combat situations, but the first thing I thought when I looked at it is: a grenade that can throw itself. scary to think about the deaths a bunch of something like that could do
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Hope these things won’t be terrorist organizations
Wouldn’t a mini helicopter robot be more practical?
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The main point is saving lives in any events. Therefore all developed countries should allocate money for such versatile projects like this. Find more articles
Incredible! I wonder how high it can ‘jump’. This should be nice to see.
But as someone said earlier, it might also been used by terrorists at some point.
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I agree with benjamin in that the positive point of these robots are that they can be sent ahead to scope out a situation and determine whether or not it is safe for humans to apporach. lets look at the side of robot armies turning against mankind later!
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