DTNS 3245 – Bio-inspired Robots

Tom

7 years ago

Researchers at Columbia University are working to develop a polymer fingers and robot muscles in a drive to build a practical soft robot. But just what is a soft robot and how will it alter the way to interact with automation in the workplace and home. Plus WhatsApp co-founder says you should delete Facebook and a study published in JAMA indicates the Apple watch can detect abnormal heart rhythms with 97% accuracy.

Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Roger Chang and Dr. Kiki Sanford.

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