How AI could enable autonomous robot workers in workplaces—and maybe homes

In a world where self-driving robotaxis glide through major city streets without drivers behind the wheel and delivery drones ...
Interesting Engineering

Norwegian firm unveils world’s first certified 3D ultrasonic sensor for safer robots

Sonair unveils ADAR One, a certified 3D ultrasonic sensor that boosts robot safety with all-around human detection.

Robots can now ‘see’ touch thanks to a new color-changing tactile sensor

Scientists have developed a color-changing tactile sensor that lets robots visualize touch in real time, paving the way for more precise manufacturing, prosthetics, and robotic surgery.

Florida scientists built heated robo-rabbits to flush invasive pythons from hiding

To target one of Florida's most destructive invasive animals, researchers will be deploying realistic "robo-bunny" decoys ...

Meet Mahi Malhani: Class 12 Delhi Student builds TRASHbot, an AI waste-sorting robot with 90% accuracy that’s already being used in societies

A Delhi schoolgirl, Mahi Malhani, developed TRASHbot, an AI-powered robot to tackle litter. Inspired by a visit to Sundar ...
Boston Herald

MIT researchers channel AI to turn hand gestures into robot training data

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Humanoid robots struggling with tasks like grasping a cup have a new teacher — a person wearing an ultrasound wristband that captures the movement of muscles, tendons and ...
Gizmochina

Xiaomi shows humanoid robot capturing photos using Xiaomi 17T Pro

After the global announcement, Xiaomi held a launch event today to introduce the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro in China. They start at 2,999 yuan (~ $445) and 3,999 yuan (~ $590), respectively, and ...
The Verge

Amazon develops a warehouse robot that workers can speak to

The company insists its robot investments are designed to support, not replace, warehouse workers. The company insists its robot investments are designed to support, not replace, warehouse workers.
Mashable

NASA may use a one-legged robot to explore a Saturn moon. Watch it hop.

Engineers are developing a novel robot design for a future mission to Saturn moon Enceladus that could hop through its icy geysers. Credit: NASA / JPL / Space Science Institute A one‑legged robot that ...
The Conversation

Quantum sensors use atoms, electrons and light as ultra‑steady rulers – detecting faint motion, magnetism and gravity for navigation, medicine and science

Quantum computers get a lot of attention, even though they are not ready for prime time, but quantum sensors are already doing useful work. These sensors measure fields, forces and motion so small ...
CNET

I Hiked Using Robot Legs in the Grand Canyon. I Didn’t Even Need My Cane

Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Adam has been a leader in the ...
Phys.org

Quantum sensors use atoms, electrons and light as ultra‑steady rulers

Quantum computers get a lot of attention, even though they are not ready for prime time, but quantum sensors are already doing useful work. These sensors measure fields, forces and motion so small ...