Core Insights - A team from the Netherlands Institute for Atomic and Molecular Physics has developed a soft robot that operates without AI chips, electronic components, or sensors, relying solely on air and physical principles for movement [1][2] - The robot exhibits remarkable coordination and autonomy, moving in a rhythmic manner similar to inflatable tube dancers found at gas stations or supermarkets [1] - This robot can move at a speed equivalent to 30 times its own length per second, significantly faster than other pneumatic robots that require centralized control [1] Applications and Implications - The research challenges the traditional notion that complex control systems are necessary for lifelike robotic behavior, suggesting broad application prospects in fields such as smart pills and space technology [2] - Potential applications include swallowable micro-robots that can autonomously reach target tissues in the body to release drugs, and wearable exoskeletons that can synchronize with human walking patterns without processors [2] - In extreme environments like space, these robots can operate reliably without the risk of electronic component failure, opening new avenues for mechanical systems to exhibit intelligent behavior without actual computers [3]