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Flatworm-Inspired Aquatic Robot Propels Itself With a Shimmy-Like Motion

Robotics, Science /

Robots collecting data in delicate aquatic environments should avoid whirring propellers that could injure wildlife or tangle in weeds. A new bot solves this problem by mimicking the swimming motion of flatworms. While marine flatworms typically remain on the seabed, they can navigate open water by undulating their thin, flat bodies. Waves ripple from the […]

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Design Sem Nome 17

Watch: 1X’s Neo Gamma Robot Handles Household Chores for You

Robotics, Science /

1X has just released a video showcasing its latest home robot, the Neo Gamma. Designed to clean, serve, and function as a voice companion, this humanoid robot has never looked more endearing—or more in need of a little companionship. The video begins with Neo powering on before seamlessly preparing and serving coffee to a cheerful

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Helix: The Fully Autonomous, Hive-Minded VLA Humanoid Robot

Robotics /

Just weeks after Figure.ai ended its collaboration with OpenAI, the Silicon Valley startup introduced Helix—a commercial-ready, AI-powered “hive-mind” humanoid robot capable of performing nearly any task on command. A New AI Brain for Figure 02 Figure gained attention with its humanoid robot, Figure 01. Now, Figure 02 features more than just upgrades—it has a new

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Muscle Tissue and Mechanics Combine in Biohybrid Hand Innovation

Robotics, Science /

Researchers have made significant progress in creating an artificial hand that can grip and perform gestures by integrating lab-grown muscle tissue with flexible mechanical joints. This breakthrough opens up new possibilities for robotics, with numerous potential applications. Challenges in Merging Human Tissue with Machines While we’ve seen a variety of soft robots and innovative mechanical

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Design Sem Nome 49

Apple’s Pixar-Style Lamp-Bot Showcases the Friendly Side of Machines

Robotics, Science /

Luxo Jr. has been a charming presence in every Pixar film since 1995, when the animated desk lamp first hopped onto the screen, playfully stomping on the studio’s logo in the opening credits. This iconic character has now inspired Apple researchers to explore ways to make robots more expressive and improve human-machine interactions—and the result

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Robotic Dogs Handle Bomb Detection, Neutralization, and Disposal

Robotics, Science /

We’ve seen robot dogs perform all kinds of unusual tasks, but what about using them to enhance safety? The British Ministry of Defence is deploying these mechanical canines to improve the efficiency and safety of bomb detection and defusal. While bomb disposal robots have been around for decades, they’ve significantly evolved since the British Army

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Microplastics May Build Up in the Brain More Than in the Kidneys or Liver

Microbiology /

A recent study reveals that postmortem brain samples collected last year contain significantly more microplastics than those analyzed nearly a decade ago, suggesting these synthetic particles accumulate in vital organs over time. Researchers led by University of New Mexico health scientist Alexander Nihart found higher concentrations of microplastics in brain tissue compared to kidneys and

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Scientists Trick Neurons Into Thinking They’re Inside a Living Brain

Neuroscience /

Neurons, the brain’s essential cells, form intricate networks by exchanging signals, enabling learning and adaptation. Researchers at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the Netherlands have created a 3D-printed environment that closely resembles real brain tissue. Using nanoscale pillars, they replicate the soft, fibrous structure that supports neurons. This innovation provides a more accurate

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Oral Microbes Could Influence Your Risk of Cognitive Decline

Microbiology, Uncategorized /

The bacteria in your mouth affect more than just your teeth and gums—they may also play a role in brain function. A study of 55 people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) found that those with higher levels of Neisseria bacteria performed better on tests of working memory, executive function, and visual attention. Even among 60

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How Bacteria Detect Nearby Death and Gear Up for Combat

Microbiology /

Researchers at the University of Basel have uncovered how bacteria sense environmental threats using a universal danger signal. When nearby cells are dying, bacteria detect fragments of their cell walls, called peptidoglycans, and proactively form protective biofilms. This discovery sheds light on bacterial communication and defense mechanisms, offering insights for combating infections. Sensing Danger: The

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