Marines Test Quadruped Robot For Military Operations
- 9 years ago
Boston Dynamics had their new robot prototype Spot tested out by the Marine Corps.
Boston Dynamics’ new quadruped prototype robot, named Spot, recently had its walking, climbing and operating abilities tested.
On September 16th, Marines at the military branch’s Quantico, Virginia base were taught how to operate the 160-pound battle aid. Test trials were also conducted.
In one such trial, the robot was sent into a building before the Marines to look for potential threats.
Spot’s agility was assessed as well, by running it through a number of hills and various terrains, both woodland and urban.
Overall, Boston Dynamics’ new development pe
Boston Dynamics’ new quadruped prototype robot, named Spot, recently had its walking, climbing and operating abilities tested.
On September 16th, Marines at the military branch’s Quantico, Virginia base were taught how to operate the 160-pound battle aid. Test trials were also conducted.
In one such trial, the robot was sent into a building before the Marines to look for potential threats.
Spot’s agility was assessed as well, by running it through a number of hills and various terrains, both woodland and urban.
Overall, Boston Dynamics’ new development pe