The continuous acquisition of skills in robotic systems has long been a pursuit within the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. While human beings naturally accumulate knowledge over their lifetimes, thereby continuously enhancing their abilities and skills, replicating this process
The development of an innovative, miniature swimming robot inspired by marine flatworms has set a new benchmark in the field of bioinspired robotics. This breakthrough robot was developed by researchers from the Soft Transducers Lab and the Unsteady Flow Diagnostics Laboratory at EPFL's School
Microdrones, scarcely larger than a fingernail, have been visualized as essential tools navigating through tight spaces in disaster-stricken areas for years. However, their immense potential in disaster response has been hindered by a formidable technological barrier—sustaining sufficient power for
The evolving realm of robotics has witnessed a pioneering development that holds immense promise for revolutionizing stability and reliability in the specialized category of robots known as ballbots. Ballbots, unlike their traditional robot counterparts, boast distinctive mobility advantages,
Researchers from Shinshu University and Chiba University in Japan have made significant advancements in drone technology by developing a novel "bio-hybrid" drone. This drone employs odor-sensing antennae harvested from silkworm moths to enhance its navigation capabilities by detecting
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, is delving into the competitive field of humanoid robotics by establishing a new division within its Reality Labs unit to develop AI-powered robots. These robots are anticipated to assist with physical tasks, according to an internal memo viewed by
