Each human brain contains a detailed map linking specific areas to body parts like hands, lips, and feet. But what happens to this map when a body part is lost? For years, scientists believed that after an amputation, the brain’s map undergoes major reorganization, with nearby regions taking over the space that once represented the […]
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Picture yourself in an automobile factory for a moment. A robot and a human are working side by side on the assembly line. The robot is swiftly putting together car doors, while the human handles quality control—checking the doors for defects and ensuring they are assembled correctly. Harnessing the Strengths of Human-Robot Collaboration Across Industries
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We’ve already watched robotic dogs carry gear up steep trails and even assist firefighters. Now, researchers at ETH Zurich in Switzerland are testing their four-legged machines on the badminton court, training them to play at a level comparable to a young child. A New Control System for ANYmal The team developed a new control system
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For robots to interact safely with humans, they must recognize when a person is nearby and detect when physical contact occurs. A newly developed system enables them to handle both tasks by placing cameras inside their arms. Introducing the ProTac System Prof. Van Anh Ho, Dr. Quan Khanh Luu, and their team at the Japan
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Princeton computer scientists are developing ways to integrate virtual reality into the physical world, aiming to enrich experiences such as remote collaboration, learning, entertainment, and gaming. Preparing for a Future of Seamless Mixed-Reality Interaction Parastoo Abtahi, assistant professor of computer science, predicts that virtual and augmented reality will eventually become widespread. She emphasizes the importance
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While many robotic water striders have been developed over the years, scientists continue to discover ingenious insect traits to mimic. Recently, researchers built a strider-bot that speeds across the water’s surface using foot-mounted fans. At just 3 mm in length, water striders from the genus Rhagovelia are truly remarkable. Feathery Leg Fans Feathery extensions on
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At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, automaker Chery officially introduced AiMoga, its AI-powered humanoid robot. Designed primarily to sell the brand’s vehicles, AiMoga was presented by one of the event’s key exhibitors. “Diario El Comercio. Todos os direitos reservados.“ Standing 1.67 meters tall, AiMoga is a humanoid robot with 41 degrees of freedom and extensive
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We all engage in inner dialogue—whether it’s a pep talk or silent reflection. These unspoken thoughts often reveal more than what we say aloud. Now, Stanford researchers have developed an AI system that decodes internal speech to help people with paralysis communicate—especially those who struggle with current brain-to-speech tools. Unlike older systems that require attempted
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Tesla is reportedly having trouble keeping up with Elon Musk’s bold goal of building 5,000 Optimus humanoid robots this year. With 2025 more than halfway over, Tesla has produced only a few hundred units—well below the pace needed to hit its goal, according to The Information. Sources close to the project cite production delays, leadership
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China recently hosted the inaugural World Humanoid Robot Games — essentially an Olympics-style event, but for robots. The three-day event began August 14 at Beijing’s 12,000-seat National Speed Skating Oval, with over 200 teams from 16 countries competing in 26 events. The challenges ranged from traditional athletic disciplines and gymnastics to kickboxing, soccer, medication sorting,
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