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Growing Robots That Can be Used for Search and Rescue | Innovation Nation

On this segment of The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation, Alie Ward visits engineering laboratories at Stanford University and UC Santa Barbara to learn more about soft-bodied robots that are able to extend their length by having new material pushed through them. First, Alie Ward meets with Professor of Mechanical Engineering Allison Okamura, who is director of the robotics lab at Stanford. This soft-bodied robot is inspired by the vine-like growing properties found in plants. The idea is simple: stuff a tube of plastic inside of itself and use air pressure to make it "grow." On a large scale, the soft-bodied robot could be used for search and rescue missions. And on a small scale, it could be used for medical procedures. With a camera outfitted on the tip of the robot, it allows users to have visual access to otherwise difficult or unpredictable spaces. Like, share, and subscribe! Related video: Robotic Snake Detects Water Pollution    • Robotic Snake Detects Water Pollution | Th...   Visit our website at thf.org #TheHenryFord #InnovationNation