Mechanical Snake

Most robotic technology tends to move in straight lines with set angles. Many robot designs using unidirectional motion have already been created; however, fewer developments have been made in creating curved patterns. The flexible S-shaped motion of snakes enables them to fit into otherwise inaccessible spaces, leading to potential applications in search and rescue missions and medicine. The addition of Jasper voice recognition technology expands the utility of such technology by integrating new methods of control. The multi-terrain mechanical snake mimics its namesake’s locomotion by alternating the movement of each of its segments to create a curved shape. Voice recognition technology still needs further improvement to be successfully implemented in conjunction with the snake. In replicating a snake’s locomotion, the multi-terrain robot can be used to complete tasks that may be too dangerous or difficult for people or less versatile robots. Advancements in the design and locomotion enabled the snake to achieve two main types of motion—forward motion and sidewinding.