“Cooking isn’t always an easy task. It not only takes up people’s time, but also demands constant attention to avoid burning the food or getting the cooking point wrong. But a new robot is about to change that. Posha, developed by the startup of the same name, is a countertop ‘robot chef’ capable of automating […]
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Since 2017, Piaggio’s Fast Forward division—the team behind Vespa—has been working on a novel way to reduce car use: creating robots that can follow you around your belongings. Its first model, the Gita (pronounced “jee-tah,” Italian for “trip”), was a sleek, rolling helper, but its bulky size and steep $3,250 price tag made it more
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The first nonverbal Neuralink patient to receive the implant is showing how he uses the technology—narrating and editing a YouTube video through brain signals. Brad Smith is the third person globally to receive a Neuralink brain chip implant and the first individual with ALS to undergo the procedure. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig’s
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Unitree has unveiled a customized version of its B2 quadruped designed for firefighting. Equipped to carry specialized modules, the robotic dog features a high-flow water cannon and is built to function in harsh, high-risk environments. While quadruped robots are often used for tasks like inspection, mapping, and surveillance, they can also enter hazardous areas to
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The Mystery of Scarce Ice Age Hearths: New Insights from Researchers Fire is thought to have been vital for Ice Age humans—used for cooking, warmth, light, and crafting tools. However, it’s still unclear why so few well-preserved hearths have been discovered from the coldest part of that period in Europe. Researchers from the University of
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Although dementia typically affects older adults, hundreds of thousands of individuals receive a diagnosis of young-onset dementia (YOD) each year, and a major 2023 study provides valuable insights into its causes. Key Lifestyle and Health Factors in Young-Onset Dementia Previous studies have focused on genetics, but this team identified 15 lifestyle and health factors linked
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The competition to develop humanoid robots is intensifying, and China has just raised the stakes. While Tesla continues to promote the revolutionary potential of its Optimus bot (which still struggles with basic movements), XPENG has quietly unveiled a machine that could transform how we interact with robots. The newly upgraded XPeng Iron isn’t just about
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Humanoid robots still have a lot of ground to cover before they can match human runners. On Saturday, Beijing’s E-Town tech hub held what it called the world’s first half-marathon for humanoid robots, featuring 21 robotic participants running alongside thousands of human competitors. According to Bloomberg, the race’s top-performing robot, Tiangong Ultra, was developed by
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Creating an advanced, insect-inspired micro air vehicle (MAV) is impressive, but it’s not very practical if it can’t land properly. That’s why researchers at Harvard University have upgraded their RoboBee with long, jointed legs modeled after those of the crane fly, improving its landing ability significantly. What Is RoboBee? For those unfamiliar, the RoboBee is
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Human interaction plays a crucial role in development, beginning at birth. However, for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), this social engagement is disrupted early in life. In fact, research shows that children with ASD exhibit reduced interest in social stimuli as early as their first year—a trait that ultimately impacts long-term cognitive and emotional
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