Imagine a giant, mechanical stick bug that comfortably traverse small
steps and rough rough terrain like loose gravel. In other words, all
the normal accommodations that'd hypothetically keep these creatures
from coming into your house through the backyard.
It's the results of a research project from Bielefeld University to
emulate the movement of a stick bug — and yes, that means the video
above includes footage of a stick bug covered in motion capture balls,
suffering the same humiliation as Andy Serkis in behind-the-scenes featurette.
Scientists have named the proof of concept Hector. Here's a bit more
detail: all six legs can move independent of one another, and each limb
can alter its movement while already in motion if it detects any
potential collision. This decentralized control system is being called
the Walknet.
Honestly, it's an impressive demo video, so contain any inherent revulsion to insectoid movements and enjoy the science.
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