SMRTR Science & EngineeringAug 3, 2026Interesting Engineering

Porous 3d-printed feet help quadruped robots walk using less battery power

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Researchers at Seoul National University of Science and Technology created porous 3D-printed feet for quadruped robots that absorb and release impact energy, reducing motor workload. Paired with an AI controller, the system cut battery consumption by up to 6.2%, potentially extending battery life for warehouse, inspection, and search-and-rescue robots.

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