Robotics

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A five-tier system rates humanoid robots by mobility, manipulation, and cognition

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A research team from Fraunhofer HNFIZ has introduced a new evaluation model that ranks humanoid robots across five levels of technical capability. It also categorizes applications by the abilities they require, enabling easier comparison between humanoids, helping match the right robot to each use case, and identifying gaps in current technology development. Amid a growing […]

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A wind-driven robot may allow extended exploration in harsh environments

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Scientists at Cranfield University have developed WANDER-bot, an affordable, 3D-printed robot that runs on wind power. WANDER-bot, designed for harsh, windy environments—from deserts to polar or extraterrestrial terrains—runs without a battery, enabling longer uninterrupted operation. Movement typically consumes about 20% of a robot’s battery, so harnessing natural energy makes WANDER-bot an efficient option for extended

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Tiny “Electronic Dolphin” Robot Poised to Revolutionize Oil Spill Cleanup

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RMIT University engineers in Australia created a remote-controlled minibot that cleans oil spills with a sea urchin-inspired filter. Oil spills are a global threat, damaging ecosystems, endangering wildlife, and costing billions to clean up. To address the global issue, the team built the “Electronic Dolphin” minibot to safely and precisely remove oil from water. The

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Watch: Humanoid robot shows unexpectedly strong tennis skills

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This isn’t teleoperation. Chinese researchers have tested a faster, more efficient method for training robots in tennis, showing a major leap in AI and machine learning. What does it take to be a capable athlete? Extremely precise perception, coupled with strong coordination, sharp anticipation, quick reflexes, and mastery of sport-specific techniques. That last part has

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A Humanoid robot Graduated from a Chinese High School, Highlighting Advances in Automation

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An unusual graduate captured attention at a Chinese high school last week—a humanoid robot named Shuang Shuang. The graduation ceremony for the 25th class of Shuangshi High School, held in early July in Fujian province, symbolized another step toward integrating robotics into the country’s public and cultural life. Robot’s Stage Walk Draws Applause Photos show

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Japan has Created Technology that lets your Body Control Humanoid Robots

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A Japanese tech startup has created a device that can transmit a person’s full-body movements and physical force. H2L’s Capsule Interface enables immersive shared experiences between humans, robots, and avatars, expanding remote interaction possibilities. Resembling a massage chair, the system turns the user’s body into a control interface that can operate a humanoid robot. The

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Chinese Robot sets new Milestone by Walking more than 100 km

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In a landmark achievement for robotics, a Chinese humanoid robot set a Guinness World Record by covering 106 kilometers non-stop over the course of three days. The journey started on November 10th in Suzhou, on China’s east coast, and concluded at the Bund promenade in Shanghai. Record-Breaking Journey Highlights China’s Robotics Progress This achievement set

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UK Scientists Create Self-Powered Plastic-Eating Robot Fish

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Researchers at the University of Surrey have developed a robotic fish that can consume plastic waste while generating its own energy. The team created the device, called the robo-fish, to tackle the rising problem of microplastic pollution in oceans, rivers, and lakes. Unlike most machines, the robot does not rely on batteries. Instead, it uses

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This Robot Can Fold Your Laundry But It Still Needs a Little Human Assistance

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Fewer than two years after its launch, the San Francisco startup Weave Robotics is already taking pre-orders for its debut household robot, built with a single clear purpose: folding laundry efficiently. Called the Isaac 0, the machine has a relatively simple look, featuring a fixed base, visible joints and components, and two rotating cameras mounted

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Highly Adaptable Artificial Foot with Exceptional Flexibility for Varied Terrains

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Scientists at the Istituto Italiano Di Tecnologia, collaborating with the Centro E. Piaggio, developed the SoftFoot Pro—an ultra-flexible, motor-free artificial foot that adjusts seamlessly to a variety of indoor and outdoor surfaces. Humanoid Robots Can Use SoftFoot Pro for Natural Motion Designed to mimic the human foot, this innovative prosthetic enables users to perform everyday

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