Snake and rescue robot

30 Animals That Made Us Smarter - A podcast by BBC World Service

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S2 Ep7. Imagine being rescued by a snake! A new generation of wriggly robots, inspired by the movement of snakes, could save your life. The way a snake can move over a complex variety of landscapes could be replicated by robots to rescue people after earthquakes. It could even help with extra-terrestrial exploration.Thanks for listening. Let us know what you think. #30 AnimalsGet in touch: www.bbcworldservice.com/30animals