Mimicking the Human Eye, Researchers Revolutionize Robotic Cameras
New camera mimics the involuntary movements of the human eye to create sharper, more accurate images for robots, smartphones, and other image-capturing devices. Computer scientists…
Robotics News
Robotics is an interdisciplinary branch of engineering and science that includes mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and others. Robotics involves the design, construction, operation, and use of robots. These robots can perform tasks traditionally done by humans and are used in a wide variety of applications, including manufacturing, health care, services, and exploration. The field of robotics aims to create machines that can assist or replace human efforts in both routine and dangerous environments. Modern robotics focuses not only on creating machines that can perform a given task but also on the development of intelligent robots that can make decisions based on sensory input and learning processes. Advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning are driving significant innovations in robotics, leading to more sophisticated, adaptable, and precise robots. This is evident in contexts such as surgical robots, autonomous vehicles, and drones, which require a high level of reliability and capability to interact with complex, dynamic environments.
Next-Gen Robotics: Scientists Develop Skin That Heals, Feels, and Looks Human
Scientists have developed a method for attaching engineered skin to robots, improving their functionality and appearance. Japanese researchers have developed a method to bind engineered…
NASA Unveils Game-Changing Augmented Reality in Spacecraft Engineering
At NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, augmented reality technology and robotics are revolutionizing the assembly of the Roman Space Telescope by enhancing precision and efficiency,…
AI and Exoskeletons Team Up to Transform Human Performance on Earth and in Space
A new AI controller for exoskeletons, capable of learning different human movements without specific programming, has demonstrated substantial energy savings, marking a major step forward…
Ultrafast Photonic Chip Transforms Machine Vision and Edge Intelligence
Researchers have created a photonic chip capable of processing images at nanosecond speeds, significantly faster than current methods. This chip enhances edge intelligence by integrating…
AI Magic: Robotic Suits That Help You Run Easier and Faster
A new training method for robotic exoskeletons using AI and simulations has been shown to decrease energy expenditure in walking, running, and climbing stairs. North…
NASA Backs 12 Innovative Studies to Enhance Mars Exploration
NASA has enlisted nine U.S. companies to conduct 12 studies on applying commercial services to Mars science missions. These studies, focusing on areas like payload…
Crushing It: Autonomous AI Robot Creates a Shock-Absorbing Shape No Human Ever Could
An autonomous robot created a shock-absorbing shape no human ever could. Learn what it means for designing safer helmets, packaging, car bumpers, and more. Within…
The Future of Flight: Researchers Develop Neuromorphic Drones That Learn Like Animals
The first neuromorphic vision and control system has been implemented in a flying drone. Researchers at Delft University of Technology have created a drone that…
Discover How MIT’s SuperLimbs Help Astronauts Stand Tall on the Moon
MIT’s SuperLimbs project aims to improve astronaut mobility on the moon with robotic limbs that help them stand after falls, enhancing safety and efficiency for…
Microrobots Swarm the Seas, Capturing Microplastics and Bacteria [Video]
Researchers have developed microrobots capable of removing microplastics and bacteria from water, addressing the dual threat of pollution and disease spread in aquatic environments. When…
Precision From Chaos: The Unexpected Strategy Behind Smarter Robots
New AI algorithm for robots consistently outperforms state-of-the-art systems. Northwestern University engineers have developed a new artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm designed specifically for smart robotics….
Tiny Robotic Nerve “Cuffs” Could Transform How We Treat Neurological Conditions
Cambridge researchers have created flexible, minimally invasive devices that can wrap around nerves, offering new ways to treat neurological conditions and control prosthetics. Researchers have…
Evolution vs. Engineering: Why Can’t Robots Outrun Animals?
Despite superior individual components, robots lag behind animals in overall performance, suggesting a future focus on better system integration and control in robotics. Robotics engineers…
Science Simplified: What Is Autonomous Discovery?
What Is Autonomous Discovery? Have you ever pulled an “all-nighter” trying to finish a big project or homework assignment? By dawn, your brain was probably…
Breaking Physics: How Solitons Bend Time, Space, and Rules
If it walks like a particle, and talks like a particle… it may still not be a particle. A topological soliton is a special type…
Cutting Energy Use by 97% – Stanford Engineers Invent Game-Changing Actuator
Researchers at Stanford have developed a spring-assisted actuator, a device that can accomplish dynamic tasks using a fraction of the energy previously required. Whether it’s…
Jet-Powered Cicada Urination Redefines the Rules of Fluid Dynamics
While most small insects and mammals urinate in droplets, cicadas urinate in jets. Georgia Tech researchers say the finding could be used to create better…