Although the mechanics involved are simplistic compared to those found in living systems, more sophisticated versions could one day self-replicate — or at the very least self-heal — in realms such as deep space where human intervention might be impossible.More info here and a video can be seen here
Scientists present self-replicating robot
Posted on Thursday, May 12 2005 @ 19:42 CEST by Thomas De MaesschalckScientists at the Cornell University have developed the first modular robot that has the ability to replicate itself
