New Robotic Skin Brings Human Like Touch Closer to Machines
Researchers have developed a flexible sensor that allows robots to detect gentle touch with high precision, marking a step toward safer human-machine interaction.
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New System Lets Robots Outpace Human Teachers in Learning Tasks
Researchers have developed a system that allows robots to perform learned tasks faster than human demonstrations, addressing a key limitation in imitation learning.
OpenAI Shuts Down Sora Video App to Refocus on Robotics and World Models
OpenAI will discontinue its standalone Sora video app months after launch, redirecting resources toward world simulation research aimed at advancing robotics and physical AI.
Radiation Resistant Wi-Fi Chip Could Expand Robots in Nuclear Cleanup
Researchers in Japan have developed a radiation-tolerant Wi-Fi receiver capable of operating in extreme nuclear environments, potentially enabling wireless robots for decommissioning tasks.
Over 300 Humanoid Robots to Compete in Beijing Half Marathon as Robotics Industry Tests Real-World Mobility
More than 300 humanoid robots from universities and companies across China will compete in Beijing’s upcoming android half marathon, highlighting rapid advances in robot locomotion and autonomy.
Humanoid Robots Prepare to Challenge Human Records at Beijing Android Half Marathon
Humanoid robots will compete in the world’s second half marathon for androids in Beijing, with teams aiming to dramatically improve performance and potentially challenge human running records.
China Demonstrates First Space-Based AI Control of Ground Robots
Chinese researchers have demonstrated a system where space-based computing resources control robots on Earth through natural language commands. The experiment links satellite AI processing with ground robotics.
Humanoid Robots May Soon Challenge Human Sprint Records
Advances in humanoid robotics are pushing machines closer to elite human sprinting speeds. Researchers say new systems may soon approach or surpass the pace of the fastest human runners.
Tennis Playing Humanoid Robot Learns from Imperfect Data and Beats Its Creator
Researchers from Tsinghua University and Galbot have developed a humanoid robot that learned to play tennis using imperfect human motion data. Within days of deployment, the robot improved enough to outperform its human creator.
Researchers Build Centaur Style Robot to Help Humans Carry Loads
Engineers in China have developed a centaur-inspired robotic system that walks behind a human and carries heavy loads, offering an alternative approach to wearable exoskeletons and autonomous cargo robots.
Northwestern Engineers Build Self Reconfiguring Modular Robots
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed modular “legged metamachines” that can flip, jump, and continue operating even after being split into pieces, offering a new approach to resilient robotics.
Yann LeCun Raises $1 Billion for Common Sense AI and Robots
AI researcher Yann LeCun has raised more than $1 billion for a new startup developing AI systems and robots capable of reasoning about the physical world, challenging the dominance of large language models.
NASA Valkyrie Humanoid Robot Returns to US after Decade of Research
NASA’s Valkyrie humanoid robot is returning to the United States after ten years of research at the University of Edinburgh, marking the next phase in the development of robots designed for future planetary missions.
EngineAI Showcases PM01 Humanoid Robot with Rapid Recovery
EngineAI has demonstrated its PM01 humanoid robot performing rapid recovery maneuvers, highlighting advances in balance control, dynamic locomotion, and embodied AI resilience.
China Unveils Bolt, Humanoid Robot that Runs at Near-Human Sprint Speeds
Engineers from Zhejiang University and local startups have revealed Bolt, a full-size humanoid robot capable of running at up to 10 meters per second, pushing humanoid locomotion closer to elite human performance.