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Harvard's Leap-Frog Robot Revolutionizes Jumping Technology

3/2/2025

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Harvard researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking robot that leaps an impressive 1.4 meters horizontally, outpacing all previous designs. Inspired by the springtail's unique furcula, this innovative machine employs a latch-mediated spring actuator, blending jumping and walking to navigate perilous terrains with agility and precision.

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Harvard researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking robot that leaps an impressive 1.4 meters horizontally, outpacing all previous designs. Inspired by the springtail's unique furcula, this innovative machine employs a latch-mediated spring actuator, blending jumping and walking to navigate perilous terrains with agility and precision.