A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk
New AI algorithms could allow robots to learn to move by themselves, imitating animals.
Mar 11th, 2019
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Faster robots demoralize co-workers
Researchers have found that when robots are beating humans in contests for cash prizes, people consider themselves less competent and expend slightly less effort -- and they tend to dislike the robots.
Mar 11th, 2019
Read moreMathematics of sea slug movement points to future robots
Frilly surfaces that help slugs move may motivate future energy-efficient, soft-body robots.
Mar 7th, 2019
Read moreThese robots are small, shape-shifting, and they adapt to their surroundings
The goal of this lab is to create small, lightweight robots that can reconfigure themselves in response to a need.
Mar 6th, 2019
Read moreUltra-low power chips help make small robots more capable (w/video)
An ultra-low power hybrid chip inspired by the brain could help give palm-sized robots the ability to collaborate and learn from their experiences. Combined with new generations of low-power motors and sensors, the new application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) - which operates on milliwatts of power - could help intelligent swarm robots operate for hours instead of minutes.
Mar 6th, 2019
Read moreSpider silk could be used as robotic muscle
Unusual property of the ultrastrong material could be harnessed for twisting or pulling motions.
Mar 1st, 2019
Read moreTechnology assessment: Artificial Intelligence in the medical sector
Decoding of the human genome still poses puzzles that might be solved with the help of artificial intelligence. Technology assessment experts study which applications are realistic and which ethical issues they may entail.
Feb 27th, 2019
Read moreHow to use the collective power of mini robots to create patterns inspired by nature (w/video)
Scientists have demonstrated how tiny robot swarms could be programmed like cells to form shapes together by relying on interactions with their neighbours.
Feb 25th, 2019
Read moreAquatic microorganism could inspire soft robots able to move fast in narrow spaces
The elegant movements of Euglena, unicellular organisms that adapt their body deformations according to the environment, could be a model for robots that have to move in complex situations, such as soils, debris or even the human body.
Feb 21st, 2019
Read moreBrain-inspired artificial intelligence in robots
Applying neuroscience in robotics, scientists proposed a case in which robots should be designed based on the principles of the human brain. They argue that robot intelligence can be significantly enhanced by mimicking strategies that the human brain uses during decision-making processes in everyday life.
Feb 20th, 2019
Read moreRobots track moving objects with unprecedented precision
System uses RFID tags to home in on targets; could benefit robotic manufacturing, collaborative drones, and other applications.
Feb 19th, 2019
Read moreSee, think, predict: Engineers build a soft robotics perception system inspired by humans
An international team of researchers has developed a perception system for soft robots inspired by the way humans process information about their own bodies in space and in relation to other objects and people.
Jan 30th, 2019
Read moreThe first tendril-like soft robot able to climb
Researchers obtained the first artificial plant tendrils: it is a soft robot able to curl and climb, using the same physical principles of water transport in plants.
Jan 24th, 2019
Read moreRobots can handle aircraft inspection
Successful field trials have proven that it is possible to have a robot climb on an airplane for inspection purposes.
Jan 23rd, 2019
Read moreRobots can go all the way to Mars, but they can't pick up the groceries
Researchers are studying the interaction between robots and humans - and teaching them how to do the very difficult things that we find easy.
Jan 18th, 2019
Read moreHow game theory can bring humans and robots closer together
Researchers have for the first time used game theory to enable robots to assist humans in a safe and versatile manner.
Jan 7th, 2019
Read moreHelping robots learn new skills quickly and independently
A research project is looking to increase the capacity of robots to set themselves goals and develop skills autonomously.
Jan 7th, 2019
Read more3D-printed robot hand plays the piano
Scientists have developed a 3D-printed robotic hand which can play simple musical phrases on the piano by just moving its wrist. And while the robot is no virtuoso, it demonstrates just how challenging it is to replicate all the abilities of a human hand, and how much complex movement can still be achieved through design.
Dec 20th, 2018
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