Researchers’ octopus-like design improves underwater vehicle maneuverability
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University of Iowa engineers have refined the design for an underwater vehicle to move more freely and with more maneuverability. The design changes mimic the octopus’ papillae muscles, which can be uncoiled on a moment’s notice for camouflage and to aid movement when flow conditions change in the water. Result published in the journal Robotics Reports.
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