Miniature robot origami folds itself performs the action, and then dissolved in acetone

When we hear the word "robot" that automatically appears or industrial system, or something humanoid, like the Terminator. However, the robots can be very different. The MIT have developed a miniature robot that can independently develop, forming some shape to roam around the neighborhood pilot areas, to carry loads, and then dissolved in acetone (here, however, to help the robot).

The system is controlled using electromagnets. Robot origami shapes the working figure in seconds, and then ready to go. The system can carry small loads, or move heavier objects, not raising them. According to the developers, the system (different versions) can be used for medical purposes or for use in complex machines, including engines.

Thus the magnets do not have a direct impact on the robot origami. Instead, a multidirectional vibration, and has a built-in magnet leads the robot in the desired direction. Thus, the robot can move as a flat surface and float in the water. It is made of plastic, although it is possible to use other materials.



Currently, this is only a prototype, which developers plan to improve and develop. His robot authors of the project for the first time presented at ICRA 2015 .

Source: geektimes.ru/post/251284/