A California student created Plantolin, a pangolin-inspired robot for digging and planting, winning the University of Surrey's contest.
The robot’s unique design features two self-balancing wheels and a tail, enabling it to dig with flexible claws that adapt to soil.A California high school student has designed a robot inspired by the pangolin to handle tasks like digging and planting.
“My entry was inspired by pangolins since they are fascinating creatures and have a very distinct armored and prehistoric appearance . They’re not very fast or ferocious but have an adorable waddle walk,” said Dorothy, in a statement.Researchers note that in the evolving landscape of robotics, there is increasing potential for robots to occupy vital roles in various environments, filling gaps in tasks traditionally performed by nature or humans.
In natural environments, large animals clear dense vegetation and help disperse seeds. However, this process occurs far less in urban areas, such as southern parts of the UK, leaving a gap that robots could effectively fill.
Farming Robot Pangolin Plantolin Robot Seed Dispenser Soil Digging
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