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Gecko-Inspired Robot Rolls Up Walls
Posted by Jesse Emspak Tue Nov 1, 2011 02:33 PM ET | 0
A tank-like robot rolls up smooth, vertical surfaces using the same "clinging" techniques as a gecko lizard. Read more
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Gecko Tail Preprogrammed to Fool Predators
Posted by Jennifer Viegas Wed Sep 9, 2009 10:09 AM ET | 0
A gecko's tail continues to flip, flop and wriggle long after it has dropped off the lizard's body. Now a new study proposes the tail is pre-programmed for random movement to foil predators while the rest of the gecko makes a speedy getaway. Read more
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News: Gecko Feet Sticky from Gravity [VIDEO]
Posted Wed Aug 5, 2009 03:37 PM ET | 0
The angle of a surface - not its slipperiness - triggers when geckos turn on their superhero-like ability to walk on walls and ceilings, a new study finds. Jorge Ribas reports. Watch video
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Climate Change Threatens Mekong Species : Discovery News
Posted Fri Jul 31, 2009 04:48 AM ET
More than 160 new species from the Mekong region are at risk of extinction. Read more
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Gecko Tail Preprogrammed to Fool Predators: Discovery News
Posted Fri Jul 31, 2009 04:48 AM ET
A gecko's tail continues to flip, flop and wriggle long after it has dropped off the lizard's body. Read more
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Tech: 3 Questions: Mike North of Prototype This [VIDEO]
Posted Tue Oct 21, 2008 09:45 AM ET | 0
What do geckos and nanotechnology have in common? Both are on the mind of Mike North, Prototype This mechanics and engineering expert. Watch video
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Zoo Animals Try Online Dating
Posted Tue Sep 9, 2008 12:01 PM ET
See how the Web is subbing for Mother Nature in the not-so wild world of captive animal breeding. Read more
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Jamaican Lizards Work Out at Dusk and Dawn : Discovery News
Posted Tue Sep 2, 2008 06:38 AM ET
To impress their competitors, Jamaican anole lizards begin and end each day with a vigorous exercise routine. Read more
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Chameleon Lives Fast, Dies Young : Discovery News : Discovery Channel
Posted Mon Jun 30, 2008 01:54 PM ET
A newly discovered chameleon lives less than a year, and spends most of that time cradled in its egg. Read more
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Discovery News : Discovery Channel
Posted Fri May 2, 2008 09:46 AM ET
In a development that seems straight from Hollywood, a new Army research project aims to design teams of tiny, critter-like microrobots. Read more
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Discovery News : Discovery Channel
Posted Thu Apr 10, 2008 01:26 PM ET
A vast study of the plants and animals unique to Madagascar was published Thursday in a bid to protect thousands of rare species found only on the large African island. Read more
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Discovery News : Discovery Channel
Posted Tue Mar 18, 2008 10:23 AM ET
Geckos are among the world's most talented acrobats, and now researchers know how these bright green lizards perform stuntman-type feats, such as climbing up slippery vertical surfaces, gliding and falling like they're wearing a parachute. Read more
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Animals: Geckos Grab Walls With Tail [VIDEO]
Posted Tue Mar 18, 2008 09:13 AM ET | 0
Using their tails as an extra foot helps geckos stick to walls as they climb. James Williams takes a look at the new research. Watch video
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