Small wonder: tiny building roving robot carries sensors, weapons.

• Author: Williams, Robert H.
• Position: TECH TALK

A multi-mission compact robot that is able to negotiate stairs and other obstacles has been configured especially for action in buildings and other confined spaces, according to Elbit Systems of Haifa, Israel.

The 25-pound robot may be outfitted with a variety of sensors, varying modules and payloads, the company says. It also was designed to carry a 9 mm Uzi and a grenade launcher. Called the Viper, the...