High-jumping robot could aid in earthquakes, building collapses

A new robot dubbed Salto, by scientists, for its vertical jumping agility, is shown in Berkeley, California, U.S. November 17, 2016. Courtesy of Stephen McNally/University of California/Handout via Reuters ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE WAS PROVIDED BY A THIRD PARTY. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES

MIAMI: An agile jumping robot that was inspired by some of the animal world’s best leapers could one day help in rescue efforts after earthquakes or building collapses, US scientists said. 

Known as Salto, the 10in (26cm) tall robot can jump higher than a bullfrog and almost as high as a galago, or bush baby, a small primate found in Africa.