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MIT's mini cheetah robot just got a huge upgrade — Strictly Robots

The robot revolution is coming!
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MIT's mini cheetah robot just got a huge upgrade — Strictly Robots
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Strictly Robots

Running, jumping, and flying: welcome to the future of robotics.

The latest breakthrough by MIT allows their mini robot to jump and traverse uneven terrain.

Mimicking the movement of a cheetah, the robot uses cameras and feedback to plot a course and stay balanced.

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