EPFL’s shape-shifting Mori3 robot could one day be used on future space missions including on the Airbus LOOP orbital module. Put simply, its body is composed of flat 2D triangles that can morph into a multitude of 3D objects.
The goal was to create a modular, origami-like robot that can be assembled and disassembled as needed, depending on the environment and task at hand. These semi-autonomous robots are capable of moving around, handling / transporting objects, and interacting with users. In space, this would mean for communication purposes and external repairs.
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Polygonal and polymorphic robots that connect to one another to create articulated structures can be used effectively for a variety of applications. Of course, a general-purpose robot like Mori3 will be less effective than specialized robots in certain areas. That said, Mori3’s biggest selling point is its versatility,” said Jamie Paik, director of the Reconfigurable Robotics Lab.
