Thursday, May 29, 2008

Plustech Oy Walking Machine


defensetech.org reports: [edited]

In the works for a decade and a half, the Plustech Oy Walking Machine is supposed to be an eco-friendly, log-hauling monstrosity; its six massive legs spreads the weight of the machine evenly, the company claims, to minimize any impact on the forest soil.

"Depending on the terrain, the ground pressure can be adjusted by changing the machine’s six 'shoes,'" according to Plustech Oy. "When the machine confronts obstacles, it simply steps over them... avoiding significant ground disturbance and minimizing damage to tree roots.
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1 comment:

Anonymous said...

... and the ewok's came swinging out of the trees and finished off the last of the Imperial fighters left on the Planet Endor!

 
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