Realistic Robotic Animals That will Blow Your Mind
Robots are one of the fascinating inventions of the 21
st Century. Today, we use these inventions in almost every field now. But, did you ever imagine they will infiltrate the wild too?
You will be surprised to know that Robotic Animals are the new focus of
Engineers. Scientists are keen to learn the animal mechanisms of
locomotion, flight, and swimming. Recent robot creatures tell us that
scientists are successful in not only learning but also implementing
these mechanisms. WildCat Robots and BigDog Robots are the big examples
in front of us. But there are other animal robots you should know. Read
the article and tell us which artificial animal is your favourite
Popular Robotic Animals:
Whether
you talk about the WildCat Robots or the BigDog Robots, Human ingenuity
has no boundaries. Only a man genius knows how to mold a machine that
looks so real. So much that it is hard to differentiate an artificial
animal from the natural one.
Don’t you believe me? So, find it yourself. Here are the eight most realistic Robotic Animals d the reason for their creation.
WildCat Robots:
WildCat
Robots are from Boston Dynamics. These Robotic animals are designed for
military purposes. They run at a speed of 16 mph, crossing you like a
light. These four-legged robot creatures are fast and stable. Also, they
look more fierce than a cat from the wild.
However, it is not
clear how WildCat Robots will be used. Keeping in mind the high speed,
it is suggested that the robot will supply arms to the front line. Some
say it will be used as a suicide robot, exploding in the enemy’s
territory.
BigDog Robots:
Another
incredible invention by the Boston Dynamics are the BigDog Robots.
These are four-legged, walking, and running robots that look no less
than animals. In the military, these robots carry heavy gear and
weapons.
The first version of BigDog Robots came in 2005. Since
then, many models of this artificial animal have been created. The later
versions showed improved stability in military operations
MIT Cheetah:
The
flexible joints and strong limbs make MIT’s Cheetah as swift as any
wild cheetah. It can run and examine the disaster zones. Also, quick
movements make it ideal for rescue equipment.
MIT has also come out with a mini version of its robotic Cheetah. The
baby cheetah is light, springy, and can do a back-flip. It can bend its
legs wide and can trot over an uneven area while restoring its balance.
You will be amazed to see how it climbs the staircase with double the
speed of a running human.
Robird:
Not all robot creatures are invented for military purposes. Some of them, like Robird, terrify other birds.
Scientists
studied the prey and predator relationship in birds. They came to know
that birds of prey are territorial. Other birds stay away from a
fierce-looking bird controlling a territory. Traditionally, trained
birds were used over farms and airports to keep the site clean. But now,
Robird saves the training and cost of feeding. This artificial animal
flies like a raptor and looks fierce. Just like a real bird, it works
well to scare flocks and keep them out of the site.
Eelume:
Eelume
is an artificial animal that mimics the underwater mechanisms of eels.
It is a robot designed to discover life underwater.
Life at ocean
bottom is vast and full of wonders. But it is tough to get there. The
sea creatures and the ocean currents make it challenging for divers to
reach the ocean bed. Even more challenging is to come back alive.
The
earlier version of Eelume worked just like an eel. But, The latest
version has more thrusters to add greater maneuverability.
Robo Terp:
If
you want a pet that always stays with you, get yourselves, Robo Terp.
The inspiration for this robot came from turtles. It can survive on land
as well as in water.
The terrapin can swim against the currents using the 3 DoF joints. The
rotational shoulder joints allow the robot to change from swimming to
walking mode. The transition to a different mode does not affect the
efficiency of the Robo Terp.
Amphibious robotic animals like Robo Terp will be useful in search and recovery tasks.
Cockroach Robots:
We
know Cockroaches have amazing speed and the ability to squeeze into
cracks. They can even disappear into holes, which are smaller than their
size. Scientists researched how they are able to do that.
Studies
also led to the idea of developing Cockroach as a search and rescue
animal. Therefore, CRAM (a compressible robot with an articulated
mechanism) was created on this idea. These are palm-sized robots with
exoskeletons and softshells. These robot creatures would run through
confined spaces to locate survivors. Although, You might freak seeing
them as they look so real. But, they are there for your safety.
SpotMini:
It
is a four-legged animal-like robot that looks very creepy. SpotMini is
the quietest robot ever. It can silently enter where large robots cant.
It has an arm at the position of the head. This arm enables SpotMini to
do various tasks like open the doors.
Spotmini has a battery along
with front, rear, and side cameras. It navigates and scrolls with the
help of these cameras. The purpose of building SpotMini was to create a
Robot that can access to office buildings and houses. The robot can help
with house chores and office work.
You now know that robots can
be as real as animals. You also know how humans have used animal
mechanisms for their purpose. Wouldn’t it be incredible to use these
machines for work? Or to trick someone into thinking these are real
animals.
Engineers are designing new Robotic Animals at a fast
pace. It would not be crazy to say that soon robots will replace humans
in battlefields and workplaces.
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