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The future of machines that move like animals | Robert Katzschmann

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Biomimicry is modeling new technology to resemble softer, more natural elements of our environment. Robert Kachman: We can and should re-haul our approach to how we make machines. Instead of using rigid or unnatural materials, what if we made biomimetic machines? Machines made of soft or living materials are adaptive and safe to use in a variety of everyday tasks.

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