Fish-Inspired Robot Takes on the Deep
Ever dreamt of diving into the ocean’s deepest trenches? A team from Harbin Engineering University in the north of the Chinese mainland just brought that dream closer. They built a plasticized electrohydraulic robot that mimics fish swimming while withstanding the crushing pressure found 10,000 meters below sea level! 🤖🐟
Here’s how it works:
- Flexible plastic design for smooth moves 🌊
- Electrohydraulic actuators that power its fins 🔋
- Pressure resilience tested at 1,100 atmospheres 🏋️♂️
After successful lab trials, this tech could soon help scientists explore uncharted ocean depths, spot undiscovered species, and unlock secrets of the deep blue. It’s a major leap for underwater research and a cool reminder that creativity + engineering can break limits! 🚀
Stay tuned as we follow this fish-bot’s journey from lab to the Mariana Trench—and beyond! 🌏
Reference(s):
China develops robot able to withstand 10,000-meter deep-sea pressure
cgtn.com
