At-St. Design a different style of servo or run bevel gear 90 degree at the knee with standard servo. Make it look like the movie. Home security robot. Other idea was a worm gear at the knee spring loaded to absorb shock. Biggest setback is figuring out needed rotational speeds. servo in the foot, cylinder servo for ankle, circular servos for knee and hip.
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