NASA's Newest Robot Doesn't Need Wheels To Get Around
The Super Ball Bot rolls around on a series of rods connected by flexible cables, rather than tires.
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The biggest benefit of the Super Ball is its size and weight - it has the potential to be smaller and lighter than traditional
The robot is being developed by NASA Ames Research Center in California. According to IEE Spectrum, the team thinks the robot would be well-suited for a mission to Saturn's largest moon Titan.
Here's a GIF of the bouncing bot:
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You can learn more about the Super Ball Bot in the video below.
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