A key earthworm characteristic is the segmented body, with most worms having 100-200 segments. The brain and heart are located in the first eight segments, and only certain worm species can regrow ...

An earthworm-inspired, self-propelled robotic sleeve designed for installing underground power lines has been developed by a ...

Earthworms move by contracting body segments in a wave-like motion, which is ideal for tight spaces. Interestingly, this robotic version could be used to install power lines underground efficiently.