As far back as 1495, Italian polymath Leonardo da Vinci drew up detailed plans for a mechanical knight based on the structure of the human body. With the aid of a pulley, the knight was able to sit down, stand up, raise its visor and move its chin, neck and arms. In 2002, robotics specialist Mark Rosheim took da Vinci’s knight as his template and developed a prototype that could speak and wave. Later, these drafts served as the inspiration for robots which he would build for NASA

Fascinating to see da Vinci's vision from the 15th century inspiring modern robotics in the 21st century. The evolution of technology is truly remarkable, bridging centuries to bring innovative ideas to life. Leonardo's legacy continues to shape the future of robotics and automation.