Watch this robot wheelchair’s compliant wheels take on bumps, rocks and stairs
Korea’s Institute for Machinery and Materials this week showcased a robotic wheelchair with large, deformable wheels that can manage rocks, stairs and other obstacles. During normal operation, the wheel maintains a standard rigid circular form. When it encounters an obstacle, however, it becomes compliant, conforming to the object’s height and shape. The system, which also […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Korea’s Institute for Machinery and Materials this week showcased a robotic wheelchair with large, deformable wheels that can manage rocks, stairs and other obstacles. During normal operation, the wheel maintains a standard rigid circular form. When it encounters an obstacle, however, it becomes compliant, conforming to the object’s height and shape. The system, which also […]
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