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 of
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 smells. This
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
The Great Falls Hospital in Montana has recently incorporated Stryker's Mako SmartRobotics™ System into its suite of orthopedic surgical technologies, enhancing its capabilities in joint replacement surgery. This advanced robotic-arm technology is poised to transform the way total knee, partial
