New Soft Underwater Robot Navigates 3D Space with Minimal Pneumatic Actuators
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a soft underwater robot that achieves agile 3D movement using just two pneumatic actuators.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a soft underwater robot that achieves agile 3D movement using just two pneumatic actuators. JUST (JST) is trading at $0.1397, up 0.1% since this brief published. This is an original TLT brief based on reporting by Bitcoin.com, with live market data added, as of Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:00:04 UTC.
This development showcases a novel approach to underwater robotics by leveraging mechanical intelligence and minimal components, potentially reducing costs and increasing efficiency in underwater exploration and monitoring.
- The robot reaches 1.64 body lengths per second with 90-degree rotation per second.
- It uses two pneumatic actuators and four elastic, feather star-inspired wings.
- The design emphasizes mechanical intelligence over complex control systems.
- JUST (JST) shows modest 7-day gains amid a flat broader crypto market.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have created a soft underwater robot that achieves efficient 3D movement using just two pneumatic actuators. This innovation relies on mechanical intelligence embedded in its structure, rather than complex electronic controls.
The robot's design incorporates four elastic wings, inspired by the feather star, which enable it to navigate underwater environments with agility. It can reach speeds of 1.64 body lengths per second and rotate approximately 90 degrees per second.
This development is significant as it demonstrates a potential for simpler, more cost-effective underwater robotics. By reducing the number of actuators and simplifying the control system, the design could lead to more efficient and affordable solutions for underwater exploration and monitoring.
In the broader market context, the total crypto market cap remains around $2.81 trillion, with 
Bitcoin showing a slight 24-hour decline of 0.78%. The Fear & Greed Index stands at 50, indicating a neutral market sentiment. The 
JUST (JST) token, while not directly related to this development, has seen a modest 7-day gain of 3.20%, currently priced at $0.139552.
Since this brief published about 2 hours ago, JUST (JST) has moved from $0.1396 to $0.1397 — +0.11%.
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At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 JST ≈ ₦191.2 (about $0.1397), down 0.2% over 24 hours. The naira itself trades about 3.3% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Nigerian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
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New Soft Underwater Robot Navigates 3D Space with Minimal Pn — questions & answers
How fast can the robot swim?
The robot can swim at 1.64 body lengths per second.
What enables the robot's 3D movement?
The robot's 3D movement is enabled by two pneumatic actuators and four elastic wings inspired by feather stars.
Why is this design significant?
The design is significant because it simplifies underwater robotics, potentially reducing costs and increasing efficiency.
How much is 1 JUST worth in naira today?
About ₦191.2 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Nigerians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $0.1397. The naira price moves with both JST's US-dollar price and the USDT/NGN rate; use our JUST in naira page for any amount.
Has JUST's price moved since this brief was published?
JST is up 0.11% since this brief first published — trading at $0.1397 now versus $0.1396 at publication. TLT re-checks this figure against CoinGecko and Binance every 15 minutes.
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