Robots inspired by geckos

(Credit: CNET News.com)

From their hands and feet all the way down to their tails, the gecko is inspiring all sorts of robotics technology.

Researchers around the world are trying to mimic the adhesive qualities of their hands and feet to develop robots that can climb walls or navigate rough terrain. New studies have also shown that the gecko's tail acts as a fifth leg and helps stabilize the animal as it climbs.

News.com's Kara Tsuboi finds out that this discovery could help build more agile robots in the future. Click the image to see the video.

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It is truly amazing that some of the tiniest creatures on Earth can become inspiration for our technological advances.