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Squirrel Leaps Could Help Scientists Create Flexible, Jumping Robots

LEAPS AND BOUNDS

Researchers used peanuts and a climbing wall to learn how squirrels judge their leaps so successfully–and how their skills could inspire more nimble robots.

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