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locomotion

[loh-kuh-moh-shuhn] / ˌloʊ kəˈmoʊ ʃən /


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This change allowed for more efficient locomotion, reducing drag as the body moved across the ground.

From Science Daily Aug. 10, 2026

In this case, limb bones made it possible to identify a new species, infer aspects of its locomotion, investigate its phylogenetic relationships, and expand the known distribution of a rare group of Triassic reptiles.

From Science Daily Aug. 10, 2026

Runtime is a problem "plaguing every humanoid company" Griffin says – locomotion and moving joints are power consuming.

From BBC Jun. 8, 2026

“He did, what I think is a very thorough job figuring out what’s causing this movement in the case of locomotion and tying down the mechanical elements,” Goard said.

From Los Angeles Times May 7, 2026

“The behaviors we monitor include eating bamboo, locomotion, drinking, resting, sitting, exercise, investigating their surroundings, and scratching. The protocols are constantly being updated as the research progresses.”

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh




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