Snake robots learn to turn by following the lead of real sidewinders

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Researchers who develop snake-like robots have picked up a few tricks from real sidewinder rattlesnakes on how to make rapid and even sharp turns with their undulating, modular device. Working with colleagues at the Georgia Institute of Technology and Zoo Atlanta, they have analyzed the motions of sidewinders and tested their observations on CMU's snake robots.
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Published On: 24-Mar-15 06:22 AM
Source: ScienceDaily

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