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biomechanics

·March 11, 2019·5 min read

A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk

AI-controlled robotic limb driven by animal-like tendons can be tripped and recover before the next foot step, though not programmed to do so.

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·March 8, 2019·2 min read

Increasingly Complex Mini-brains

Brazilian scientists produce brain organoids with primitive eyes using computational fluid dynamics.

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·July 11, 2018·4 min read

Footwear Habits Influence Child and Adolescent Motor Skill Development

A new study reveals children who are habitually barefoot show significantly different motor skills between the ages of 6-10 than those who are habitually shod. Researchers report those who are habitually barefoot have better balance and jumping skills.

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·June 6, 2017·2 min read

What Makes a Movement Feel Strenuous?

Researchers say understanding how we estimate moment effort is necessary to understand how we make decisions.

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·November 7, 2014·4 min read

The Best Sensory Experience for Learning a Dance Sequence

Researchers investigate the best way in which dancers learn their routines.

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·July 18, 2013·4 min read

Movement Without Muscles Study Could Inspire Robot and Prosthetic Limb Developments

Researchers show insect limbs can move without muscles. The finding could provide engineers to find additional ways to improve the control of robotic and prosthetic limbs.