A new robotic fish has been developed by MIT researchers that swims in the ocean and can't be seen. It's body is made up of a soft material, making it safe for people to be around.
The first self-contained autonomous soft robot is both soft and powerful, able to execute an escape maneuver in just 100 milliseconds, just like a real fish. These fishy robots are made from soft silicone which allows them to bend and twist, and are designed with flexible and agile movements in mind.
They are also self-contained and autonomous, equipped with sensors that allow it to gather data about the water around it, which is transmitted back to researchers. This information can help scientists better understand the fluid dynamics of fish swimming and may even lead to new insights in the biomechanics of aquatic animals.
The robot fish is powered by a battery and can swim for hours without needing to be recharged. It can store gas, mimicking the behavior of consuming nutrients and storing gases internally. When threatened or spooked, it forces these gases through a series of pipes and valves into its body, similar to how you would blow up a balloon.
The fish also has a series of smaller fins along the sides of its body which act as stabilizers. The possibilities for the future of robotics with this technology are endless.
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