Building Xenobots
The conversation dives into the fascinating realm of xenobots, highlighting the shift from traditional engineering to working with agential materials that possess their own goals and preferences. Michael emphasizes the importance of understanding how much dependency can be placed on these materials, likening the challenge to training dogs versus stacking Legos. This new approach fosters collaboration with biological systems, transforming the way engineers interact with their creations.In this clip
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