How will the robots evolve?
Antenna asked Hod what this technology could be used for in the future:
'From an engineering point of view, self-reproduction is a form of self repair. I believe we will see more machines that can "take care of themselves" using these principles. This would be increasingly important for hazardous applications such as space where human-assisted maintenance is impractical.'
Hod Lipson, robot researcher
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Spacecraft that fix themselves could revolutionise space exploration.
Image: NASA |
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