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However, magnetic manipulation is typically limited to a maximum two\u2013degrees-of-freedom orientation, restricting complex motions, especially those including rolling around the main axis of the magnetic robot. To address this challenge, we introduce a robot design inspired by embodied intelligence and the unique geometry of developable rollers, leveraging the oloid shape. The oloid, with its axial asymmetry and sinusoidal motion, facilitates rolling when precisely controlled by an external magnetic field. We present a versatile closed-loop control model to ensure precise magnetic manipulation of an oloid-shaped robot. This capability was validated in endoluminal applications through the integration of a 28-megahertz micro-ultrasound array to perform virtual biopsies, noninvasive real-time histological imaging. 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