Kilobots self assemble into complex shapes

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Kilobots have demonstrated the ability to self-assemble into complex shapes, showcasing advancements in robotics and swarm intelligence. Harvard is also exploring self-assembly in robots, although their research is still in the early stages and requires further development. The potential to merge these concepts could lead to innovations reminiscent of the replicators from the show Stargate. This technology is anticipated to revolutionize transport and deployment methods in various applications. The future of robotics appears promising with these advancements in self-assembly capabilities.
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Remarkable. Thanks, Greg.
 
That is quite interesting.

Harvard is also working on this, self assembly robots. Still in infancy, needs work.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M1zNIVGrjM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03C6GA__onw

Merge the two concepts, scale down, and something along the lines of the replicators of the show Star Gate seems a possible outcome,
 
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