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An Impressive Robotic Hand Now has the Ability to Manipulate Objects it is Holding

Sanctuary AI’s Phoenix robot is undeniably remarkable, featuring hydraulically powered hands with exceptional dexterity. These hands have recently become even more versatile, as each can now simultaneously hold and manipulate an object. Typically, robotic fingers are operated using cables connected to electric motors. This setup is relatively straightforward, efficient, and cost-effective, provided the hand is […]

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Streamlined Robotic Manta Ray Swims Faster with a Simplified, Efficient Design

Robotics, Science / Mauro Lucas

Just two years ago, a tiny robotic manta ray set a record as the fastest-swimming soft-bodied robot. Now, its upgraded successor has shattered that record while using less energy in the process. The original 22.8-mm-long robot was developed by Assoc. Prof. Jie Yin and his team at North Carolina State University. It featured two flexible

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Watch: Biomimetic Robo-Bird Takes Flight with a Leap

Robotics, Science / Mauro Lucas

While autonomous flying robots hold promising potential, their usefulness is limited if they cannot navigate uneven terrain after landing. However, an experimental bio-inspired robot overcomes this limitation by mimicking the raven’s gait. Named RAVEN (Robotic Avian-inspired Vehicle for Multiple Environments), the device was developed by Won Dong Shin and his team at Switzerland’s EPFL university.

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A Robot Designed to Enhance Structural Strength Leaves its Imprint in Wet Concrete

Robotics, Science / Mauro Lucas

When we imagine freshly poured concrete, we usually think of leaving it to dry smoothly. However, a new robot, the Conit Runner, rolls over wet concrete, carving grooves to strengthen structures while reducing costs. Deep layers of wet concrete can crack as they dry, so concrete is typically poured in thin layers. To improve shear

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A Robotic Model Equipped with Real Pigeon Feathers Mimics Bird Flight

Robotics, Science / Valeriano Ndeyi

Ever wondered why airplanes have a vertical tailfin? It stabilizes their flight. While flying without one would be more energy-efficient, efforts to achieve this in aviation have yet to succeed. Interestingly, birds manage just fine without a vertical fin—so how do they achieve stability? Pigeon-Inspired Robotics David Lentink, a Professor of Biomimetics at the University

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RoBoa Slinks Through Disaster Areas that are Too Perilous for Other Robots

Robotics, Science / Mauro Lucas

When disaster strikes, drones and robots can search for survivors in dangerous zones. The student team at ETH Zurich designed the RoBoa to slither through debris that would stop other robots. Developed at the Autonomous Systems Lab, RoBoa aids rescue teams in disaster and war zones. Its snake-like movement allows it to navigate rubble while

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Watch: Ambitious Robot Learn Show to Clean a Bathroom Sink by Observing

Robotics, Science / Evelina Jeremias

From washing urinals to tidying beaches, the idea of robots helping keep our world cleaner is already becoming a reality. Now, a robot arm has successfully tackled the surprisingly intricate task of washing a sink, demonstrating its ability to learn on its own. While cleaning a wash basin might seem like a simple chore, there’s

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Watch: Wheeled robodog tackles tough terrain at high speed

Robotics / Ana Kiesse Zeleme

China’s DEEP Robotics is set to launch the Lynx, a mid-sized quadruped robot that rolls on wheels instead of pads for greater all-terrain capability, showcased in a new teaser video. While four-legged walking robots from Boston Dynamics, Unitree, and ETH Zurich have shown impressive engineering and AI abilities, moving on wheels brings added speed and

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Robot Masters Surgical Tasks Simply by Watching Videos

Robotics, Science / Leandro Conceição

Performing surgery takes years of training for humans, but a robot could learn the skill more easily with today’s AI technology. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and Stanford University have taught a robot to perform various surgical tasks just by watching videos of the procedures. The team used a da Vinci Surgical System, a

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Robotic Tennis Partner Allows You to Simulate Real Matches on the Court

Robotics, Science / Salomão André

A cutting-edge robotic tennis partner, PongBot, has surpassed $1.7 million on Kickstarter, with weeks left for additional backers. PongBot isn’t your average ball-serving machine; it’s designed to revolutionize tennis practice with AI-driven features and precise, real-time tracking. Connected to a smartphone app, PongBot also includes a clip-on sensor to track your court position, letting you

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