VelociRoACH, ala Cockroach Robot with Running Ability to World's Fastest Mini Robot

A mini robot shaped like a cockroach seems to be a trend of its own at this time. This is evidenced by the emergence of a cockroach-like robot. Previously, you would still remember the robot named Roachbot. Now, there is another similar product called VelociRoACH.

This robot has a compact form factor. With a length of 10 centimeters, the robot has the ability to run fast enough. Speed ​​that can reach 2.7 meters per second, making this robot as one of the fastest for its size robot. Even compared to the original cockroach, this robot also has the ability to run faster.

The key to the speed of the robot is located on a six-foot-shaped like the letter C which is able to rotate quickly. Even this robot leg is able to stomp his feet to the ground as much as 15 times per second.

Although fast, this robot also has the ability to maintain stability. Foot robot is programmed so that there are three legs to be pounded into the ground at the same time. Moreover, if the robot has an obstacle in front of him, the robot will use their heads to get rid of the hitch.

The robot also has a very lightweight size, which is 30 grams. Even so, the robot is capable of carrying loads of up to four times its original size, which is 120 grams. Then, why this robot is designed similar to a cockroach? The reason was simple. The creator of this robotic say that the insect is a perfect miniature of a legged robot.