Robotics
MIT Hosts AI Innovation Showcase at Generative AI Impact Consortium Launch
Introduction to MIT's Generative AI Impact Consortium
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has launched the MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium (MGAIC), a presidential initiative aimed at exploring the potential...
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Robot Cuts Rock with Precision Sawblade
Introduction to the Catonator
Imagine a 2.4-ton robotic arm wielding a six-foot-seven circular sawblade with a 12-foot reach, slung onto a truck-mounted hooklift system for...
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Robots Solve Manipulation Problems in Seconds with New System
Introduction to Robot Planning
Packing a suitcase for a summer vacation can be a challenging task, but for humans, it's a straightforward problem that requires...
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Can Robots Increase Warehouse Efficiency?
Introduction to Robot Automation
The question of whether robots will eventually take over is still up for debate. However, if their capabilities are any indication,...
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Robot Emerges from 3D Printer Fully Formed and Walking
Introduction to Soft-Bodied Robots
While there are many potential uses for soft-bodied robots, they are still typically only built in small experimental batches. However, Scottish...
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Unitree Go2 Pro Robot Review: Fun But Lacking Purpose
Introduction to the Unitree Go2 Pro Robot
The Unitree Go2 Pro robot is a unique and fascinating device that often leaves people wondering about its...
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Cyborg Cockroaches Controlled with UV Goggles
Introduction to Cyborg Insects
Researchers at the University of Osaka have made a groundbreaking discovery by equipping cyborg insects with tiny helmets to steer them...
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AI Revolutionizes Robotic Surgery
Introduction to Medical Robotics
Medical robotics first entered general surgery in the 1980s with laparoscopic tools that enabled minimally invasive procedures, reducing incision size and...
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Removing Water Effects from Underwater Images
Unlocking the Secrets of the Ocean
The ocean is home to a vast array of marine life, but much of it remains unseen due to...
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Air-Powered Robot Runs on Tube-Legs Without Electronics
Introduction to Soft Robotics
Soft-bodied robots are often simple and low-cost devices, but they typically require complex onboard electronics to control their movement. However, a...
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Robotic Elderly Care Assistant
Introduction to Elderly Care
The United States population is aging rapidly, with the median age increasing to 38.9 years, nearly a decade older than it...