Robotics
Robots powered by AI could soon be part of daily life, MIT professor says
Robots powered by AI could soon be part of daily life, MIT professor says MIT professor predicts AI-powered robots will become part of daily life soon. AI has already shown its capabilities in creative tasks, such as art and writing. The next step is for humans to interact with AI-powered robots in the real world. […]
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NASA Seeks Proposals for 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge
NASA Seeks Proposals for 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge NASA is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC), a contest to design, build, and test rovers for Moon and Mars exploration. The challenge will take place from September 15, 2025, to April 9-11, 2026, with teams competing in remote-controlled and human-powered […]
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Magnets could guide tiny robots to deliver medicine in the body
Magnets could guide tiny robots to deliver medicine in the body Magnets could guide tiny robots to deliver medicine inside the body, improving on IV drug delivery that sends only 0.7% of the drug to the target tissue. The microrobots are two-sided particles composed of a gel that can carry medicines and magnets that enable […]
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Inside the automated warehouse where robots are packing your groceries
Inside the automated warehouse where robots are packing your groceries Ocado’s automated warehouse in Luton, UK, is remarkably quiet due to its reliance on robots. The warehouse is equipped with advanced technology that handles online orders for various clients, including Kroger and Sobeys. Ocado operates a customer fulfilment center (CFC) that serves as the backbone […]
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Fabric that mimics skin gives robots sense of touch
Fabric that mimics skin gives robots sense of touch Researchers have developed an electronic textile that mimics human skin to give robots a sense of touch, enabling them to grasp and manipulate objects more effectively. The technology, described in a study published in Nature Communications, allows robots to detect pressure, slipping, and movement of objects, […]
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Has Europe already lost the AI arms race?
Has Europe already lost the AI arms race? If you provide the actual text, I’d be happy to help you create a TLDR (Too Long; Didn’t Read) summary with 5 bullet points in the format of BulletPointN . Has Europe already lost the AI arms race? Source: Youtube link Q. What is the current state […]
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Laser beams power soft robotic arm for complex tasks
Laser beams power soft robotic arm for complex tasks Rice University researchers have developed a soft robotic arm that can perform complex tasks like navigating around obstacles or hitting a ball, guided and powered remotely by laser beams without any onboard electronics or wiring. The robotic arm uses azobenzene liquid crystal elastomer—a type of polymer […]
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China’s AI robotics ‘progressing fast’, focus turns to robot ‘brain’ and VLA model
China’s AI robotics ‘progressing fast’, focus turns to robot ‘brain’ and VLA model China’s AI robotics industry is rapidly advancing, with a focus on developing more sophisticated robot “brains” and advanced models like VLA. The development of commercial applications for AI-based humanoid robots is expected to take off over the next 5-10 years, according to […]
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Soft robot can ride wires like a cable car to deliver cargo
Soft robot can ride wires like a cable car to deliver cargo Researchers have created a light-powered soft robot that can carry loads through the air along established tracks, similar to cable cars or aerial trams. The soft robot operates autonomously and can climb slopes at angles of up to 80 degrees, carrying loads up […]
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Robots, Rovers, and Regolith: NASA Brings Exploration to FIRST Robotics 2025
Robots, Rovers, and Regolith: NASA Brings Exploration to FIRST Robotics 2025 NASA engaged with over 55,000 students and 75,000 parents and mentors at the 2025 FIRST Robotics World Championship in Houston, showcasing its robotic technologies and STEM career paths. The event featured multiple NASA centers, including Johnson Space Center, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and Kennedy Space […]
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