The creature was evolved in a genetic algorithm using genetic programming trees as the control systems to manipulate servo motors at each body joint.

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As suggested by a newly uncovered Apple patent, you would be able to manipulate and control graphical elements on your display, such as icons, media files, text and images.

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Men like Rockefeller and Carnegie colluded to control prices, eliminate competition, and manipulate the free market in the name of their own narrow interests.

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Prof Dan Goldman, who was also involved in the study, explained that these remarkably successful insects were able to manipulate their environment - using it to control their movement.

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Most control systems lack any encryption, and they have proved simple to manipulate once a hacker gets inside.

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The programs are available to all to use, manipulate, change and redistribute, without the proprietary interests that normally control software development.

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