Inspired by cheetahs, the fastest creatures on land, researchers have developed the fastest- moving soft robot on solid surfaces and in water. The "LEAP" has a spring-powered "bistable" spine, which lets it exert more force and gallop across the surface, meaning that its feet leave the ground. "Previous soft robots remained in contact with ground, which limits their speed," researchers said.
NASA has developed VITAL (Ventilator Intervention Technology Accessible Locally), a high-pressure ventilator in 37 days to treat COVID-19 patients. The device is composed of far fewer parts, many of which are available to potential manufacturers, NASA said. "Its flexible design means it can be modified for use in hospitals being set up in hotels and other high- capacity facilities," NASA added.
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