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November 01, 2015

'Spring-mass' technology heralds the future of walking robots
Corvallis OR (SPX) Oct 29, 2015
A study by engineers at Oregon State University suggests that they have achieved the most realistic robotic implementation of human walking dynamics that has ever been done, which may ultimately allow human-like versatility and performance. The system is based on a concept called "spring-mass" walking that was theorized less than a decade ago, and combines passive dynamics of a mechanical system with computer control. It provides the ability to blindly react to rough terrain, maintain balance, ret ... read more

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Duke Energy to add second solar project to "Sunshine State" customers

India gets help with renewable energy sector

Pollution scam pushes VW into first quarterly loss in 15 years

China punishes Shanghai airport for flight delays

Internet freedom falls for fifth year in row: survey

iPhone sales fuel Apple profit boost

Fed rate call could burst Hong Kong housing bubble

Tokyo Motor Show kicks off with a spotlight on self-driving cars

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