crazy hexapod video! 25 servos.

[yurkanip]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jyBiECoS3Q

this is very crazy..mostly because of the movements....

[m4a1usr]

The articulation on that critter is almost scary in comparing to something alive. I dont know if its syncronized via some pc based controller or the operator is that well coordinated? Either way that device should be on a commercial promoting something like a Coke or Beer. I cant wait until similar designs begin to travel in more realistic motion compared to the real thing. I havent seen any that dont appear mechanical in some form. The robot snakes might be the exception though.

John

[Steven Vaccaro]

Wow, I would love to have knowledge to make something like that.

[Ub Hauled]

I have a hard time with one servo... 25 would have me shivering in a corner calling mommy...

[westbeach]

definitely has lots of uses, for SAR specially in an Urban situation. What a great specimen to model after, the ant can carry 10x its body weight. Wonder what the weight limits for the pod is?

[domwilson]

Very smooth motion. With some silicone skin, it would be great to scare people especially during Halloween. Or "Kids, do your homework or I'll let the ant out!"

[wolf IV]

Maybe they will make them life size and we can use them for all terrain vehicles :)