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Micro-robots hold significant promise for a variety of applications. In emergency situations, these sub-inch devices could be deployed in disaster zones to search for survivors among debris, a task that traditional robots struggled with during events like the 9/11 attacks. Their small size and ability to traverse tight spaces make them ideal for such operations.
One specific design is HAMR, a cockroach-inspired robot that can cling to metal surfaces and quickly maneuver through challenging environments. This versatility positions micro-robots as potential tools for inspection and even replacement of current expensive methods of checking for cracks in turbine engines.