Robots: News
30 Nov 2024
HarvardHarvard researchers develop vodka-powered robots for industrial use
Harvard University researchers have created tiny robots that use surface tension to do work.
30 Nov 2024
HondaHonda's 12-inch AI robot Haru can communicate with facial expressions
Honda has unveiled a new AI-powered robot, Haru, to offer support and companionship to children stuck in hospitals for long periods.
27 Nov 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis game-changing tool allows robots to learn from each other
A team of researchers at UC Berkeley in the US has developed an innovative tool called RoVi-Aug.
24 Nov 2024
BMWFigure's humanoid robot achieves 400% speed boost at BMW plant
Figure AI, a robotics company, and German car manufacturer BMW have announced major upgrades in the capabilities of the Figure 02 humanoid robot.
24 Nov 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis AI-powered robot can play drums at superhuman speeds
Researchers at the University of Oslo have developed an innovative robot, ZRob, that can play drums at a speed beyond human capabilities.
13 Nov 2024
US ArmyUS military testing AI-powered machine guns to take down drones
The US Army is looking at a revolutionary way to combat the growing menace of drone attacks, WIRED reported.
11 Nov 2024
TechnologyThis ultra-creepy robot torso can mimic your actions
Polish firm, Clone Robotics, has unveiled its latest innovation: a humanoid torso that can mimic human movements.
11 Nov 2024
South KoreaThis skin-soft, steel-strong robotic arm can lift 1,000x its weight
In a major breakthrough in material science, a team of researchers from the Ulsan National Institute of Science & Technology (UNIST) in South Korea, has developed an innovative magnetic composite artificial muscle.
10 Nov 2024
Boston DynamicsRobotic dog now part of Trump's security detail at Mar-a-Lago
After winning the 2024 US presidential election, Donald Trump has stepped up his personal security.
04 Nov 2024
NVIDIANVIDIA aims to bring 'physical AI' in hospitals through robots
NVIDIA, one of the biggest tech giants, is making big moves in the healthcare industry by bringing artificial intelligence (AI) into the very fabric of hospital operations.
03 Nov 2024
TechnologyMIT's AI-inspired approach lets robots learn faster
Researchers at MIT have unveiled a novel approach to training robots, inspired by the success of large language models (LLMs).
01 Nov 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeta developing robot capable of sensing your touch
Meta has announced a partnership with sensor firm GelSight and South Korean robotics company Wonik Robotics.
30 Oct 2024
Elon MuskMusk predicts humanoid robots could make Tesla $25 TRILLION company
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has made a bold prediction about the future of his company.
30 Oct 2024
Elon MuskMusk warns there's still 10-20% chance of AI turning dangerous
Elon Musk, the visionary behind SpaceX and Tesla, has long been worried about the risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI).
27 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningJapanese inventor creates robotic clone of himself, featuring similar expressions
Japanese inventor Hiroshi Ishiguro has successfully created six robotic clones of himself in the last 18 years.
26 Oct 2024
South KoreaThis robotic exoskeleton fits autonomously, lets wheelchair users walk independently
Scientists at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a revolutionary wearable robot, dubbed WalkON Suit F1.
25 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis AI robot's artwork could sell for $180,000 at auction
In a historic first, renowned auction house Sotheby's will sell its first artwork created by an artificial intelligence (AI) humanoid robot.
20 Oct 2024
ChinaChina's STAR1 humanoid robot sets running speed record at 13km/h
China's latest humanoid robot, STAR1, has broken a new speed record by running at over 12.87km/h (3.6 meters per second). The achievement makes it the fastest bipedal robot to date.
17 Oct 2024
Boston DynamicsBoston Dynamics is supercharging Atlas humanoid robot with AI skills
Boston Dynamics and the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) have announced a joint project to bring AI-based robotic intelligence to the electric Atlas humanoid robot.
13 Oct 2024
CybercrimesHackers hijack Ecovacs robotic vacuums to harass pets and owners
Earlier this year, hackers targeted Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni robotic vacuums in a number of US cities.
12 Oct 2024
Health & WellnessMeet Casio's Moflin: Robotic pet that cuddles and calms you
Casio has unveiled its latest innovation - a robotic pet named Moflin.
11 Oct 2024
Elon MuskTesla's Optimus robots steal the show at 'We, Robot' event
Tesla's humanoid Optimus robots stole the show at the recently concluded "We, Robot" event, where they were seen doing a range of tasks.
11 Oct 2024
CaliforniaTesla unveils Cybercab, a $30,000 robotaxi with no steering wheel
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed the company's latest innovation - the Cybercab.
10 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningWatch: AI robot couple indulges in human-like banter
In a recent YouTube video, two of the world's most sophisticated AI robots, Ameca and Azi, were seen having a playful conversation.
09 Oct 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThese robots do not require electricity to perform complex tasks
In a major breakthrough in robotics, engineers have developed a way to send complex instructions to robots without electricity.
08 Oct 2024
CISCEICSE and ISC students to study AI, robotics from 2025
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), which conducts ICSE and ISC board exams, will introduce major changes in the 2025-26 academic year.
04 Oct 2024
Science and TechnologyThis robot helps sick kids attend school, interact with classmates
Norwegian company No Isolation has developed an innovative solution, the AV1 robot, to address the challenges faced by chronically ill children who are unable to attend school.
03 Oct 2024
ETH ZurichWatch: Four-legged robot climbs ladders with unbelievable agility
ETH Zurich, a top player in quadrupedal robot research, has made some serious headway in tackling the ladder-climbing challenge that four-legged robots often face.
28 Sep 2024
SwitzerlandThis robot features detachable hand that crawls to grab objects
A group of researchers from the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland has hit a major milestone in the world of robotics.
26 Sep 2024
Science and TechnologyThese $1,200 robotic shoes help you walk faster, naturally
Shift Robotics has introduced a new version of its innovative Moonwalkers shoes, also known as motorized roller skates.
24 Sep 2024
Boston DynamicsBoston Dynamics' Spot robot can now unlock doors
Boston Dynamics' renowned four-legged robot, Spot, has gained a new capability to autonomously unlock doors.
22 Sep 2024
Science and TechnologyNanorobots can prevent deadly brain bleeding in humans: Here's how
An international team of researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Edinburgh, has developed tiny robots that could potentially save lives by preventing severe brain hemorrhages.
22 Sep 2024
TechnologyThis robot learns from humans, reaches operational capacity in minutes
GXO, the world's leading contract logistics company, has introduced a new type of robot into its warehouse operations.
20 Sep 2024
TechnologyWatch: Police robot overpowers suspect in dramatic take down
A dramatic standoff in Texas ended when a police robot outsmarted a suspect who tried to disable it.
17 Sep 2024
MicrosoftEx-Microsoft employee shares career lessons: Skills matter, not background
Rajat Garg, a former Microsoft India employee and now an entrepreneur, has shared valuable career insights on LinkedIn.
16 Sep 2024
LEGO13-year-old builds robot that can solve Rubik's Cube
A 13-year-old student from St. Malachy's College in North Belfast, has successfully built a Lego robot capable of solving a Rubik's cube.
15 Sep 2024
MicrosoftHow Microsoft's hard drive recycling approach is helping reduce e-waste
Microsoft is revolutionizing the way hard disk drives (HDDs) are recycled at the end of their lifespan.
13 Sep 2024
DeepMindWatch: Google AI teaches robot to tie shoelaces
Google's DeepMind has successfully trained a robot to tie shoelaces, hang a shirt, and even fix fellow robots, marking a significant milestone in the field of artificial intelligence (AI).
11 Sep 2024
Elon MuskOptimus robots could help save Tesla over $500M annually
Tesla, the renowned electric vehicle manufacturer led by Elon Musk, is making significant strides in its robotics division.
11 Sep 2024
JapanJapan deploys robot to retrieve nuclear waste from Fukushima
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO) has deployed a robot named Telesco, into the Unit 2 reactor at the defunct Fukushima nuclear power plant.
04 Sep 2024
United States of AmericaWatch: Cornell University engineers use mushrooms to control robots
An interdisciplinary team of engineers from Cornell University in the US, has successfully used mushrooms to operate a robot, according to a recent study.
02 Sep 2024
TeslaNorwegian start-up unveils humanoid robot to take on Tesla Optimus
Norwegian robotics firm 1X Technologies (1XT) has introduced its latest creation, Neo Beta. This bipedal humanoid robot is designed specifically for serving as an assistant at home.
02 Sep 2024
KenyaKenya's first robot-staffed cafe is a hit, attracting visitors
In Nairobi, Kenya's capital and the heart of East Africa's tech hub known as the Silicon Savanna, a unique dining experience is captivating locals and tourists alike.
30 Aug 2024
NASANASA tests underwater robots to monitor polar ice melt
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is testing a prototype robot, known as IceNode, in the Arctic region.
29 Aug 2024
New York CityMeet Ozmo: AI-powered robot cleaning windows of NYC's 45-story skyscraper
New York City is now home to the world's first robotic-armed window-cleaning robot, Ozmo.
27 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis robot has aced to pick only ripe raspberries
Fieldwork Robotics, a University of Plymouth spinout company, has unveiled an improved version of the world's first raspberry-picking robots.
26 Aug 2024
AtlantaAutonomous surveillance robot deployed in Atlanta to combat crime
An autonomous surveillance robot has been deployed in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward, a neighborhood that has witnessed a surge in violent crimes over the past seven months.
26 Aug 2024
AppleApple's next big thing! Robots that wash utensils, do laundry
Apple is reportedly venturing into the field of robotics, with plans to develop units capable of performing household chores such as washing dishes and doing laundry.
25 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeet ADAM, the robot bartender serving cocktails at baseball stadium
The Texas Rangers' Major League Baseball stadium has welcomed a new team member, ADAM, a humanoid robot that will serve cocktails with precision.
23 Aug 2024
Boston DynamicsWatch: Boston Dynamics' new Atlas robot performing push-ups
Boston Dynamics, the Hyundai-owned robotics firm, has unveiled its new Atlas robot.
20 Aug 2024
UkraineUkraine's new robot dogs can dispose bombs on the battlefield
Ukraine has made a groundbreaking move by deploying robotic dogs on the battlefield, marking the first known use of such machines in combat.
20 Aug 2024
Elon MuskTesla offering ₹4,000/hr to train its Optimus robots to walk
Elon Musk-owned Tesla is making significant strides in its Optimus humanoid robot project.
17 Aug 2024
TechnologyMIT unveils hair-thin battery to power tiny robots
The main limitation of tiny robots is their size. The smaller the robot, the harder it is to develop its components.
15 Aug 2024
AppleApple's next big thing? A robot with iPad-like display
Apple is reportedly developing a new product that combines an iPad-style display with a robotic arm.
09 Aug 2024
Boston DynamicsMIT's new tech helps robots learn on the job
Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)'s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), and The AI Institute have developed an innovative algorithm.
09 Aug 2024
GoogleGoogle's new robot can play table tennis like humans
Google's DeepMind team has made a significant breakthrough by developing a table tennis-playing robot.
07 Aug 2024
BMWFigure's new robot can talk and work like a human
Figure, a prominent player in the humanoid robotics industry, has unveiled its latest creation - Figure 02.
06 Aug 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningThis robot can function amid nuclear threats
UK-based AI start-up, Oxford Dynamics, has developed a robot named Strider designed to operate in hazardous environments.
04 Aug 2024
Science and TechnologyThis humanoid robot can mimic facial expressions
A team of Chinese scientists, led by Professor Liu Xiaofeng from Hohai University in Jiangsu Province, has successfully developed a humanoid robot capable of mimicking human facial expressions.
03 Aug 2024
TechnologyThis tiny robot can fly like a beetle
A group of international researchers has successfully developed a flapping microrobot, inspired by the unique flight mechanism of the rhinoceros beetle.
