(Phys.org) —Boston Dynamics’ DARPA-funded robotic dog has been upgraded with added functions for military support in hauling gear on rough terrain, Its new appendage is called various things—a “kind of head,” a “face-arm,” and a “canine elephant trunk.” Whatever the terminology, BigDog has a new appendage to its torso that resembles a head. Boston Dynamic’s goal of increasing versatility of roles took a page from movements by human athletes.
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Now Boston Dynamics’ BigDog can lift and toss (w/ video)
