Disposable robots can sprint, fly and potentially save lives

Sometimes, smaller is better, especially with robots. That's what researchers developing mini-robots have in mind. Robots that cost 10 to 100 are cheaper to make and more useful to deploy in emergency situations than big robots with limited mobility. Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, are developing sophisticated robots that are up to 10 centimeters long, and can run, climb, fly, and communicate with emergency personnel. Once the multi-leg robots serve their purpose, they can be disposed of without regrets.