RoboWorm Can Shimmy Through Tunnels to Scope Out Anything of Interest
Amelia Roblin — February 6, 2015 — Tech
References: industrial-design-germany & red-dot.sg
The development of this recording caterpillar probe has great implications across many fields. Environmental research, mining, health and safety and seismological science sectors could be made much easier with this device. It can really get into the thick of the earth's more mysterious and difficult-to-access places.
Arman Emami designed the RoboWorm with inspiration from crawling insects. With a long, snake-like body that bends with an accordion structure, the appendage-less robot is able to wiggle its way into tight cracks and to pass over wet and unstable surfaces with ease that isn't possible for wheels or legs. Employing magnetic technology with its skeleton of pinching metal rings, this recording caterpillar probe can drive through canals and crevices in either direction, with its two heads capable of capturing video.
Arman Emami designed the RoboWorm with inspiration from crawling insects. With a long, snake-like body that bends with an accordion structure, the appendage-less robot is able to wiggle its way into tight cracks and to pass over wet and unstable surfaces with ease that isn't possible for wheels or legs. Employing magnetic technology with its skeleton of pinching metal rings, this recording caterpillar probe can drive through canals and crevices in either direction, with its two heads capable of capturing video.
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1. Recording Caterpillar Probes - The development of recording caterpillar probes presents disruptive innovation opportunities for environmental research, mining, and seismological science sectors.
2. Environmental Research - The recording caterpillar probe can revolutionize environmental research by accessing mysterious and difficult-to-reach places, enabling better insights into ecosystems and climate patterns.
3. Mining - By utilizing the RoboWorm, the mining industry can explore underground tunnels and crevices safely, improving safety protocols and enhancing the efficiency of mineral extraction processes.
Industry Implications
1. Environmental Research - The recording caterpillar probe has potential applications in the environmental research industry, aiding in data collection and analysis in hard-to-reach locations.
2. Mining - The mining industry can leverage the RoboWorm to enhance exploration and inspection of underground areas, leading to new discoveries and improved monitoring of mining operations.
3. Seismological Science - The recording caterpillar probe can significantly advance seismological science by venturing into fault lines and unstable areas, providing valuable data for earthquake prediction and research.
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