FOCUS ON: "Big Dog" Robot

"Big Dog" is a robot who can carry up to 340 lbs.  He can also climb, jump, walk in snow and ice and correct himself to avoid falling.  To see video of Big Dog, click on: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NcxX68Ln948 .  Can you think of how Big Dog could be used?

FOCUS ON: Robot Records Deepest Erupting Undersea Volcano

Scientists have recorded the deepest erupting undersea volcano ever seen, capturing for the first time video of fiery molten lava bubbles exploding 4,000 feet beneath the Pacific Ocean.  A submersible robot witnessed the eruption.  Click http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/feedarticle/8864716 to read more.

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