ATRIAS

Atrial fibrillation affects millions of people worldwide. Researchers have now developed a new procedure that shows great promise as a safe, quick and effective alternative to existing surgical methods used to treat the condition.

Coming hot on the heels of MIT's leaping and bounding robotic cheetah is Oregon State University's ATRIAS bipedal robot. The team behind this ostrich-like machine has showcased its latest talent, the ability to blindly walk over the top of obstacles in its path.