Advances in motor design have allowed different types of robots to both specialize for industrial functions and converge in precision.

As AI powered prosthetic arms become more advanced, a surprising detail could determine whether they truly feel like part of the body: how fast they move.

Matt Denton]’s SpoolBot is a surprisingly agile remote-controlled robot that doesn’t just repurpose filament spool leftovers.

New AI training allows assistive robots to move both arms naturally, helping them perform household tasks more safely and efficiently.

An adhesive inspired by the foot pads of geckos allows a robot to scale both smooth and rough vertical surfaces.

And it’s worth thinking about exactly how remarkable it is that the new humanoid robots are able to replicate the smooth, fluid, organic movements of humans and other animals, because the majority of ...

Xiaomi's smart factory in Changping, Beijing, stands at the forefront of a global manufacturing shift. This 96,900 square-yard facility uses advanced robotics and AI to operate without any human ...

A new glove with more than three dozen actuators across all five fingers and the palm, developed by Cornell researchers, aims to reduce swelling for people suffering from edema. The glove, known as ...

Allonic, a robotics manufacturing startup founded in Hungary with a joint U.S. headquarters, has raised $7.2 million in ...

MD&M West 2026 showcased standout booths that drew attendees through innovative displays like Real Hand's robotic hand, ATS's smart conveyor and Bananaz.AI's CAD co-pilot, highlighting advancements in ...

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