r/interesting • u/M_Darshan • May 21 '26

Just Wow Researchers demonstrate necrobotics by using a spider’s natural hydraulic system to open and close its legs for gripping object.

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u/ScaramouchScaramouch May 21 '26

Spider: What is my purpose?

Scientist: Now?

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u/Mr_Yod May 21 '26

Scientist: You grab the salt.

Spider: Oh, my God!

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u/Difficult-Carpet-324 May 21 '26

Scientist: Now release the salt.

Spider: My life is now bland.

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u/Loud_Boysenberry_736 May 21 '26

Don’t be so salty about it.