Stanford's humanoid robot is revolutionizing how we research, rescue and repair underwater. The development of OceanOneK underwater humanoid robot began in 2014, and the updated model can now dive 3,280 ft (1 km) below sea level, much deeper than its early prototype. The robot is expected to help humans reach deep-water destinations, explore shipwrecks and reefs, and even perform repair work. | GIGadgets

Researchers at Stanford have developed a robot that can slither into tight spaces and could be useful during search and rescue missions. | CNN Business

The new Stanford Robotics Center is bringing researchers from across disciplines into one place to build robots that can do everything from gently bathing a person to diving into shipwrecks 1,000 kilometers deep. Read more → https://trib.al/wSrojSS 📹: Ryan Curry/Special to the Chronicle | San Francisco Chronicle