Monday, July 28, 2008

Big Dog at Work


Boston Dynamics has developed a quadruped robot that can walk, run, climb steep terrain, plod through deep snow and handle the most slippery conditions.

It can also carry about a 340-pound payload.

When I watched the video, I wasn't sure whether I was viewing a buzzing insect, a long-legged and faceless critter--or perhaps a couple of human contortionists in robot drag.

Watch this video and decide for yourself!

--Roberta Murphy

2 comments:

Kristal Kraft said...

I need one of these to carry my camera gear!

Roberta Murphy said...

Kristal, I can see where this beast of burden would come in handy for you and your photographic equipment. You'd also do a great job of capturing lots of surprised expressions!