New compact and dexterous robotic finger that can withstand physical impacts
New research advances designs of robotic hands, a step closer to a complete dexterous hand for harsh working environments.
Oct 24th, 2022
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Tentacle robot can gently grasp fragile objects (w/video)
Jellyfish-like soft gripper mimics the mechanics of curly hair.
Oct 22nd, 2022
Read moreEngineers design AI material that learns behaviors and adapts to changing conditions
Mechanical engineers have designed a new class of material that can learn behaviors over time and develop a 'muscle memory' of its own, allowing for real-time adaptation to changing external forces.
Oct 19th, 2022
Read moreWith morphing limbs, a robot that travels by land and water
The robot, ART (Amphibious Robotic Turtle), takes inspiration from water and land turtles.
Oct 15th, 2022
Read more'Smart plastic' material is step forward toward soft, flexible robotics and electronics
Scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind material that can change from soft and stretchy to hard and rigid after exposure to a catalyst and visible light.
Oct 13th, 2022
Read moreMathematical formula tackles complex moral decision-making in AI
An interdisciplinary team of researchers has developed a blueprint for creating algorithms that more effectively incorporate ethical guidelines into artificial intelligence (AI) decision-making programs. The project was focused specifically on technologies in which humans interact with AI programs, such as virtual assistants or 'carebots' used in healthcare settings.
Oct 10th, 2022
Read moreNew algorithms help four-legged robots run in the wild (w/video)
Researchers developed a new system of algorithms that enables four-legged robots to walk and run on challenging terrain while avoiding both static and moving obstacles.
Oct 4th, 2022
Read moreThe road to future AI is paved with trust
Researchers have drawn up a research-based roadmap intended to guide research funding bodies and decision-makers towards the trustworthy AI of the future.
Sep 30th, 2022
Read moreFluidic circuits add analog options for controlling soft robots (w/video)
Add analog and air-driven to the list of control system options for soft robots.
Sep 30th, 2022
Read moreEngineers discover new process for synthetic material growth, enabling soft robots that grow like plants (w/video)
Researchers developed a first-of-its-kind, plant-inspired extrusion process that enables synthetic material growth.
Sep 28th, 2022
Read moreHow to use AI in a human-centred way
Scientists explore how AI affects the tasks performed by humans, their daily work routine, possibly also their professional self-perception and thus their satisfaction in the workplace.
Sep 27th, 2022
Read moreSetchain, the application that multiplies by a thousand the number of transactions per minute in any blockchain
Researchers develop an application capable of substantially increasing the number of transactions per minute in blockchains.
Sep 26th, 2022
Read moreArtificial intelligence reduces a 100,000-equation quantum physics problem to only four equations
Researchers trained a machine learning tool to capture the physics of electrons moving on a lattice using far fewer equations than would typically be required, all without sacrificing accuracy.
Sep 26th, 2022
Read moreAdvanced robotics to address the translational gap in tendon engineering
A review paper discussed possible benefits of using humanoid musculoskeletal robots and soft robotic systems as bioreactor platforms in producing clinically useful tendon constructs.
Sep 23rd, 2022
Read moreBrains on board: Smart microrobots walk autonomously (w/video)
Researchers have installed electronic 'brains' on solar-powered robots that are 100 to 250 micrometers in size - smaller than an ant's head - so that they can walk autonomously without being externally controlled.
Sep 22nd, 2022
Read moreOur smart appliances are about to chat with the electric grid. How? Thanks to interoperability
We speak different languages and so do electronic systems. The Semantic Interoperability Framework will assure interoperability.
Sep 21st, 2022
Read moreTeaching robots to be team players with nature
Researchers have harnessed the self-organization skills required to reap the benefits of natural swarms for robotic applications in artificial intelligence, computing, search and rescue, and much more.
Sep 21st, 2022
Read moreHydrogels pave way for future of soft robotics
Researchers have created an open-source, commercially available fiber extruder to benefit future research with hydrogels and soft robotics.
Sep 17th, 2022
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