Korean researchers have developed an advanced soft robot, OCTOID, inspired by the multifunctional abilities of octopuses.

Pliable zinc-oxide/aramid-fiber batteries can be distributed structural elements in small robots, allowing for increased battery volume along with decreased weight, both resulting in longer runtimes.

China has revealed a new biomimetic underwater drone with a transparent, jellyfish-like body designed for stealth surveillance missions, capable of blending into the deep-sea environment.