CNN Future Summit forum

By Simon Hooper for CNN

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(CNN) -- If your idea of a robot is a metal-plated humanoid jerkily walking into walls then think again. Scientist are creating a new generation of "soft" machines that can change their shape and size, move in ever more agile ways and even split themselves into smaller robots. (Full story)

What are the potential uses for "soft" morphing robots?

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