Images: Microsoft envisions evolution of robots

by Bill Detwiler  |  July 18, 2006, 3:39pm PDT  |  Image 4 of 4

An example of using a height field entity for the ground, with random height samples every one meter. Different materials can be supplied for advanced outdoor simulations. The red dots in the first image are the visualization of the laser impact points.

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Bill Detwiler is Head Technology Editor for TechRepublic. Previously he worked as a Technical Support Associate and Information Technology Manager in the social research and energy industries. Bill is a Microsoft Certified Professional with experience in Windows administration, data management, desktop support, and system security.

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