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Researchers at the University of Leeds demonstrated a framework for a quadruped robot inspired by the bio-mechanics of four-legged animals.

TechCrunch Space Every Monday, gets you up to speed on the latest advances in aerospace. Researchers at the University of Leeds recently demonstrated a framework for a quadruped robot with a design inspired by the bio-mechanics of four-legged animals. The versatile robot is able to navigate complex environments, maintain stability on uneven ground, and recover after a fall — all without the use of extra-perceptive sensors.

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