Systems “learn” from a novel dataset that captures how pushed objects move, to improve their…
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Robotics is the interdisciplinary field focused on the design, construction, programming, and application of robots—machines capable of carrying out complex tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously. Combining elements of engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, and sensor technology, robotics plays a critical role in industries ranging from manufacturing and healthcare to space exploration and disaster response. Research in robotics pushes the boundaries of what machines can perceive, learn, and do, enabling new capabilities in automation, human-robot interaction, and intelligent systems. As robots become more adaptable and intelligent, their impact on society and the future of work continues to grow.
Advances in the fields of soft robotics, wearable technologies, and human/machine interfaces require a new…
Imagine being able to build and use a robotic device without the need for an…
Rapid manufacturing on-demand could make parts-warehousing and expensive molds a thing of the past. Northwestern…
An algorithm speeds up the planning process robots use to adjust their grip on objects,…
Assembler robots make large structures from little pieces. Systems of tiny robots may someday build…
In an effort to make robots more effective and versatile teammates for Soldiers in combat,…
New structural design could lead to self-deploying tents or adaptive robotic fins. Researchers at MIT…
Mini robots that can roll, fly, float and swim, then morph into a single machine?…
EPFL scientists have developed a soft artificial skin that provides haptic feedback and – thanks…
In New Paper Published in Science Robotics, UVA Engineering-Led Team Unveils “Tunabot,” the First Robotic…
Researchers have developed soft robotic devices driven by neuromuscular tissue that triggers when stimulated by…
Providing a gentle grip on gelatinous creatures, a new ultra-soft underwater gripper safely catches and…
Magnetically controlled device could deliver clot-reducing therapies in response to stroke or other brain blockages.…
What would you get if you combined Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa with Boston Dynamic’s…
Thanks to new technology that enables them to create simple tools, robots may be on…
Robots can change directions, speeds, and even their colors. But what about changing their shapes?…
Taking a cue from biological cells, scientists from MIT, Columbia University, and elsewhere have developed…