There are moments in life when you realize the world has changed — and you didn’t even notice. That moment came for me when I imagined what my grandmother, who passed away at 95, would say to a new kind of “companion”: a half-meter-tall robot with LED eyes and a gentle voice reminding her to […]
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Teddy Warner, 19, has long been fascinated by robotics. Growing up in a family involved in the field, he spent his high school years working in a machinist shop. Today, he’s launching his own robotics startup, Intempus, with the goal of making robots more human-like. Intempus is developing technology to retrofit existing robots with emotionally
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Parasites are infamous for their resourceful ways of infecting human cells, often developing complex tactics to slip past immune defenses unnoticed. One particularly crafty organism, Entamoeba histolytica, has evolved a remarkable method to stay hidden: it tears off fragments of human cells and uses their proteins to disguise itself. Life Cycle of a Deadly Parasite
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This probably wasn’t on your radar for the week. Researchers at Osaka University have developed a method to guide cyborg insects using tiny helmets—without the need for invasive surgeries or internal implants. A Gentler Approach to Insect Control Keisuke Morishima, the lead researcher of the study combining biology and robotics, explained that this new approach
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Last week, Tesla’s Optimus robot impressed with its dance moves. This week, it’s showcasing a range of everyday chores—executed with surprising finesse for a humanoid robot. Tesla Bot Tackles Household Chores Using Natural Language Commands In a new video, the “Tesla bot” responds to natural language commands as it performs tasks like tossing trash into
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“That’s awesome! But what’s it used for?” These are the two main reactions people have when they first see my Unitree Go2 Pro robot. The second question is tricky to answer, as the robot serves as both a tool and a toy. Known as a “robot dog” by its creators (implying it’s toy-like), the Go2
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A new study from the University of Surrey and the University of Hamburg shows that humans are no longer the only drivers of training social robots for effective interaction. Presented at the IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA), the study unveils a new simulation approach that allows researchers to test social robots without
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Scientists have created a real-time imaging system capable of capturing extended images of rapidly rotating objects. Continuously monitoring components like turbine or jet engine fan blades is vital for spotting early damage—such as cracks or wear—helping to avoid major failures and minimize maintenance requirements. “Getting clear images of rapidly spinning objects is difficult due to
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It weighs just 7 kilograms, but it’s powered by an AI trained with over 8,000 hours of professional tennis experience. The Tenniix robotic tennis coach adjusts to your skill level and reacts to your every move. You might remember when Deep Blue beat world chess champion Garry Kasparov — but forget that. In tennis, AI
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While soft-bodied robots are often simple and cost-effective, their movement typically relies on complex electronic systems. That’s not the case with a new model developed by researchers at the AMOLF institute in the Netherlands, which harnesses a physical principle to move its inflatable legs automatically. Innovative Design Using Inflatable Tubes The robot, created by Alberto
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