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Ryan Foley

31-12-2008, 18:12

Cool article a friend of mine found on a new telescoping linear actuator that looks like it might see some use with military/ search and rescue robotics.

Article with video:
http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2008/12/situational_awareness_mast_zipperma.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890

Manufacturer:
http://www.geosystemsinc.com/

JohnBoucher

31-12-2008, 18:27

I saw that yesterday and have been wondering if some team might try a variation.

sanddrag

31-12-2008, 20:53

Absolutely fantastic!

McGurky

31-12-2008, 21:13

wow, that is really cool!!!! but it is super heavy