Insect Ganglia Control Each Body Segment

Function

Insect bodies are divided into three segments: head, thorax, and abdomen. Each segment has a collection of nerve cells (ganglia) that act as a small brain, controlling its respective segment. The insect’s six legs are controlled by the thoracic ganglia, which allows it to react quickly.

Functional Classification

Transfer/Dispose/Circulate:
Movement
Form/Organization/System:
Distributed features

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Technical Application

Ganglia-based technology was utilized to develop eight-wheeled vehicle robots.

Products and Services

  • Eight-wheeled vehicle robot "Halluc II" developed by Chiba Institute of Technology.

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Proposals of Applied Technology

The structure of insects with ganglia-controlled body segments can be utilized to develop robots and wheeled vehicles that are capable of performing complicated motions and maneuvers. Potential models include emergency vehicles for rescue efforts in disaster-affected areas, as well as wheelchairs that can navigate over bumps and hills.

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