Robots can (usually) walk or roll around just fine, but hand control has often proven elusive: it's hard to give them the same kind of finger dexterity as a human. However, University of Washington researchers just got much closer to fulfilling that...
Ever heard of a Danish Long John Freight Bicycle? Didn’t think so! They’re more rare than ever, but this quirky bicycle design that dates back to 1928 is as useful as ever! The Adroit is an updated version of this age-old design that incorporates pedal-assist to aid riders in hauling cargo. Aside from the visible motor bits, its aesthetic is largely unchanged to retain the feel and experience of the original from many years ago. Modularity has also been introduced in the form of a customizable cargo space that can be modified with interchangeable elements to transport goods with various transport requirements.
Designer: Vimalesh R Mallya & Srinidhi Sreenivasan