Científicos diseñan robot miniatura para uso médico

Científicos diseñan robot miniatura para uso médico

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Interactive Video

Science, Biology, Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses an origami-inspired robot developed by MIT researchers. This small, flexible robot can be ingested in a pill-sized ice cube to deliver drugs or patch internal wounds. Once in the stomach, body heat melts the ice, allowing the robot to unfold and perform its tasks. Made from pig intestine, it is controlled externally using magnetic forces. The robot is part of soft robotics, designed for complex tasks like surgeries and removing ingested objects, such as batteries. Although not yet tested in humans or animals, its future applications are promising.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the robot origami when ingested?

To deliver drugs or patch wounds

To measure stomach acidity

To monitor heart rate

To provide nutrients

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'origami' mean in the context of the robot?

To cut

To paint

To assemble

To fold

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of soft robotics?

Operates only in water

Made from hard metals

Rigid and inflexible

Made from flexible materials

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the robot origami controlled once inside the body?

Through voice commands

With a magnetic force

Using a remote control

By body movements

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem does the robot aim to address regarding children?

Ingesting toxic substances

Swallowing small toys

Swallowing batteries

Choking on food