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IIT Delhi Launches Executive Programme In Robotics To Bridge Skill Gap In Emerging Technologies
IIT Delhi Executive Programme In Robotics: The initiative seeks to equip professionals with advanced skills to address the growing demand in the robotics sector, promoting innovation and leadership in a technology-driven world.
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Dreame X50 Ultra Robot Vacuum, Dreame Z1 Pro Pool Cleaner, and More Unveiled at CES 2025
Dreame Technology unveiled a new range of smart home cleaning products at CES 2025. The Xiaomi sub-brand has introduced the Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum cleaner, the Dreame Z1 Pro robotic pool cleaner, and the H12 Pro FlexReach wet and dry vacuum. The latest product range also includes the Dreame Z30 cordless stick vacuum, and the Dreame AirStyle ...
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Mathematicians Uncover Science Behind Hula Hooping and Body Dynamics
Mathematicians at New York University have delved into the science behind hula hooping, revealing that body shape plays a crucial role in maintaining the hoop's motion against gravity. Through experiments using miniature robotic models with different body shapes, the team demonstrated that specific physical attributes—such as sloping hips and a c...
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South Korean Researchers Unveil Wearable ‘Iron Man’ Exoskeleton Robot to Help People with Paraplegia Walk
South Korean researchers have built a wearable robotic exoskeleton suit that can help people with paraplegia walk again. The suit, dubbed WalkON Suit F1, was developed by the Exoskeleton Laboratory team at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). The researchers have built several iterations of the wearable robotic exoskeleto...
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Tetsuwan Scientific Is Building AI-Powered Robotic Scientists That Can Carry Out Experiments
Tetsuwan Scientific, a San Francisco-based startup, is building artificial intelligence (AI) robotics that can perform the tasks of a scientist. The Co-founders, CEO Cristian Ponce and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Théo Schäfer, brought the startup out of stealth in November after a successful seed round funding. The company aims to build in...
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Robots May Soon Detect Emotions by Measuring Your Sweat, Scientists Say
According to research published in IEEE Access, scientists have identified skin conductance as a potential method for robots to detect human emotions. By measuring changes in skin conductivity caused by sweating, robots could distinguish between emotions like fear, humour, and familial bonding. This study, conducted by Tokyo Metropolitan University...
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Robot Replicates Traditional Chinese Massage for Therapy and Wellness
A robotic system developed by researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology mimics traditional Chinese massage techniques for therapeutic purposes. The robot features two robotic arms equipped with hands that replicate massage techniques such as palm-punching, kneading, vibrating, and finger ...
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Robots Might Be Able To Sense Human Feelings Just By Touching Skin, Scientists Claim
Traditional emotion-detection technologies such as facial recognition and speech analysis, are often prone to error.
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NASA's Astronaut Sunita Williams Poses with Tentacle-Armed Astrobee Robot on ISS: Report
NASA’s Astrobee robot tested its REACCH system aboard the ISS, demonstrating advanced robotic arms inspired by gecko adhesion for satellite servicing and space debris management. Astronaut Sunita Williams, Expedition 72 Commander, participated in the demonstration inside the Kibo module, mimicking the robot’s flexible arms. The technology aims ...
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NASA Develops Robotic Technologies for Autonomous Exploration of Ocean Worlds
NASA is advancing robotic exploration technologies through OWLAT and OceanWATERS, systems designed to prepare landers for exploration on ocean worlds like Europa and Enceladus. OWLAT, developed at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), simulates lander operations on low-gravity, icy surfaces, while OceanWATERS provides a virtual environment replicati...
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IIT Kharagpur Collaborates With TCS For Research In Digital Health, Robotics
The research centre will house three specialised laboratories with over 150 TCS scientists. These labs will delve into cutting-edge technologies like sensing and communications, edge computing and analytics, and robotics and visual computing.
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South Korean Researchers Develop Morphing Wheel to Overcome Obstacles
A team of researchers from the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) has developed a morphing wheel that can adapt to a range of obstacles, making it suitable for use in wheelchairs, unmanned delivery vehicles, and robots. The wheel can overcome obstacles up to 1.3 times its radius in height, offering a flexible solution to enhance mobi...
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MIT Unveils Novel Method of Training General-Purpose Robots Using Generative AI Techniques
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) unveiled a new method to train robots last week that uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) models. The new technique relies on combining data across different domains and modalities and combining them together in a shared language which can then be processed by large language models (LLMs).
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Researchers Develop Grain-Sized Robots Capable of Carrying Multiple Drugs
Researchers at NTU Singapore have introduced a grain-sized, magnetic robot capable of delivering multiple drugs directly to specific body sites. These robots, constructed from body-safe polymers and magnetic particles, offer an alternative to traditional pills or injections by precisely targeting treatment areas, reducing potential side effects. Th...
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Bristol's System Could Revolutionise Lunar Exploration with Remote Rover Control
The University of Bristol has developed a teleoperation system enabling remote control of lunar rovers, potentially revolutionising how lunar missions are conducted. The system bypasses signal delays, enabling precise sample collection and assembly tasks. Haptic feedback simulates lunar conditions, giving operators a realistic sense of touch when p...
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IIT Delhi Launches Executive Programme In Robotics To Bridge Skill Gap In Emerging Technologies
IIT Delhi Executive Programme In Robotics: The initiative seeks to equip professionals with advanced skills to address the growing demand in the robotics sector, promoting innovation and leadership in a technology-driven world.
-
Dreame X50 Ultra Robot Vacuum, Dreame Z1 Pro Pool Cleaner, and More Unveiled at CES 2025
Dreame Technology unveiled a new range of smart home cleaning products at CES 2025. The Xiaomi sub-brand has introduced the Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum cleaner, the Dreame Z1 Pro robotic pool cleaner, and the H12 Pro FlexReach wet and dry vacuum. The latest product range also includes the Dreame Z30 cordless stick vacuum, and the Dreame AirStyle ...
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Mathematicians Uncover Science Behind Hula Hooping and Body Dynamics
Mathematicians at New York University have delved into the science behind hula hooping, revealing that body shape plays a crucial role in maintaining the hoop's motion against gravity. Through experiments using miniature robotic models with different body shapes, the team demonstrated that specific physical attributes—such as sloping hips and a c...
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South Korean Researchers Unveil Wearable ‘Iron Man’ Exoskeleton Robot to Help People with Paraplegia Walk
South Korean researchers have built a wearable robotic exoskeleton suit that can help people with paraplegia walk again. The suit, dubbed WalkON Suit F1, was developed by the Exoskeleton Laboratory team at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). The researchers have built several iterations of the wearable robotic exoskeleto...
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Tetsuwan Scientific Is Building AI-Powered Robotic Scientists That Can Carry Out Experiments
Tetsuwan Scientific, a San Francisco-based startup, is building artificial intelligence (AI) robotics that can perform the tasks of a scientist. The Co-founders, CEO Cristian Ponce and the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Théo Schäfer, brought the startup out of stealth in November after a successful seed round funding. The company aims to build in...
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Robots May Soon Detect Emotions by Measuring Your Sweat, Scientists Say
According to research published in IEEE Access, scientists have identified skin conductance as a potential method for robots to detect human emotions. By measuring changes in skin conductivity caused by sweating, robots could distinguish between emotions like fear, humour, and familial bonding. This study, conducted by Tokyo Metropolitan University...
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Robot Replicates Traditional Chinese Massage for Therapy and Wellness
A robotic system developed by researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology mimics traditional Chinese massage techniques for therapeutic purposes. The robot features two robotic arms equipped with hands that replicate massage techniques such as palm-punching, kneading, vibrating, and finger ...
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Robots Might Be Able To Sense Human Feelings Just By Touching Skin, Scientists Claim
Traditional emotion-detection technologies such as facial recognition and speech analysis, are often prone to error.
-
NASA's Astronaut Sunita Williams Poses with Tentacle-Armed Astrobee Robot on ISS: Report
NASA’s Astrobee robot tested its REACCH system aboard the ISS, demonstrating advanced robotic arms inspired by gecko adhesion for satellite servicing and space debris management. Astronaut Sunita Williams, Expedition 72 Commander, participated in the demonstration inside the Kibo module, mimicking the robot’s flexible arms. The technology aims ...
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NASA Develops Robotic Technologies for Autonomous Exploration of Ocean Worlds
NASA is advancing robotic exploration technologies through OWLAT and OceanWATERS, systems designed to prepare landers for exploration on ocean worlds like Europa and Enceladus. OWLAT, developed at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), simulates lander operations on low-gravity, icy surfaces, while OceanWATERS provides a virtual environment replicati...
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IIT Kharagpur Collaborates With TCS For Research In Digital Health, Robotics
The research centre will house three specialised laboratories with over 150 TCS scientists. These labs will delve into cutting-edge technologies like sensing and communications, edge computing and analytics, and robotics and visual computing.
-
South Korean Researchers Develop Morphing Wheel to Overcome Obstacles
A team of researchers from the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) has developed a morphing wheel that can adapt to a range of obstacles, making it suitable for use in wheelchairs, unmanned delivery vehicles, and robots. The wheel can overcome obstacles up to 1.3 times its radius in height, offering a flexible solution to enhance mobi...
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MIT Unveils Novel Method of Training General-Purpose Robots Using Generative AI Techniques
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) unveiled a new method to train robots last week that uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) models. The new technique relies on combining data across different domains and modalities and combining them together in a shared language which can then be processed by large language models (LLMs).
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Researchers Develop Grain-Sized Robots Capable of Carrying Multiple Drugs
Researchers at NTU Singapore have introduced a grain-sized, magnetic robot capable of delivering multiple drugs directly to specific body sites. These robots, constructed from body-safe polymers and magnetic particles, offer an alternative to traditional pills or injections by precisely targeting treatment areas, reducing potential side effects. Th...
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Bristol's System Could Revolutionise Lunar Exploration with Remote Rover Control
The University of Bristol has developed a teleoperation system enabling remote control of lunar rovers, potentially revolutionising how lunar missions are conducted. The system bypasses signal delays, enabling precise sample collection and assembly tasks. Haptic feedback simulates lunar conditions, giving operators a realistic sense of touch when p...
