“Robots should work for humans, so they need to be able to interact with our environment and perceive our world the way we do,” said Ding Zhao, assistant professor of mechanical engineering at MIT.

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Spot, the four-legged robot from Boston Dynamics Inc., is perhaps best known for its viral dance routines to songs like “Uptown Funk.” But beyond its playful antics, Spot’s ability to climb stairs and ...