3D-printed microrobots adapt to diverse environments with modular design

3D-Printed Microrobots Adapt to Diverse Environments

Microrobots, small robotic systems less than 1 centimeter in size, can tackle real-world tasks that bigger robots cannot.

They can be used to monitor confined spaces, remote natural environments, deliver drugs, or diagnose diseases.

Researchers at Seoul National University introduced new modular and durable microrobots that adapt to surroundings, navigating various environments.

"Microrobots, with their insect-like size, are expected to make contributions in fields where conventional robots have struggled to operate,"

said Won Jun Song, first author of the paper.

Author's summary: Microrobots adapt to environments with modular design.

Tech Xplore — 2025-10-17