
Snake Robots Could Help in Disasters and Medicine
Imagine a robot that moves like a snake. It has no wheels or legs, just a soft, flexible body. Scientists in India are developing robots like this to move through tight or dangerous spaces.
These snake robots are made from soft materials, not metal or hard plastic. That lets them bend, twist, and slide through gaps where other robots cannot go. They could be useful in disaster zones, like collapsed buildings, where finding survivors is difficult and dangerous.
The robots copy how real snakes move. They use air pressure or electricity to change shape and adjust their path. Some can even shift their body to handle rough ground or small spaces.
They may also be used in medicine. A soft robot could move through the body to deliver medicine or help during surgery, without harming tissue.
What makes this research special is its focus on low-cost materials. These robots might be used not just in big labs but in real-world settings around the world.
Snake robots are still in early stages, but their future looks promising—for saving lives, exploring dangerous places, and helping doctors in new ways.