Robotics
AI expert weighs in on $20K home robot ‘Neo’
AI expert weighs in on $20K home robot ‘Neo’ The $20,000 home robot “Neo” has been released for sale, marking its debut as the first personal robot. Dr. Patrick Dicks, an AI expert, shares his insights on the benefits of bringing a robot like Neo into your home, including increased convenience and potential for improved […]
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A flexible lens controlled by light-activated artificial muscles promises to let soft machines see
A flexible lens controlled by light-activated artificial muscles promises to let soft machines see A team at Georgia Tech has developed an adaptive lens made of soft, light-responsive materials that can give soft robots vision. The lens, called the photo-responsive hydrogel soft lens (PHySL), uses a hydrogel material that contracts in response to light to […]
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AI-Powered Robot Help Seniors in South Korea Against Loneliness
AI-Powered Robot Help Seniors in South Korea Against Loneliness AI-powered dolls called Hyodols are being used in South Korea to combat loneliness among seniors, priced at $1,150 each. The robots use ChatGPT to strike up conversations and remind elders to take medication or eat meals, as well as alert social workers and families during emergencies. […]
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Will AI usher in the next industrial revolution?
Will AI usher in the next industrial revolution? Once you provide the text, I’ll generate a TLDR with about 5 bullet points in the format of BulletPointN . Will AI usher in the next industrial revolution? Source: Youtube link Q. Will AI be able to automate all jobs and replace human workers? A. No, while […]
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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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