Duke University recently hosted an event that has the potential to transform the field of robotics. Engineers from the university introduced Text2Robot, an innovative platform powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI). This technology allows users to design and create functional robots
Imagine a technology so precise, it could navigate through the tiniest blood vessels, diagnosing complex vascular issues with unparalleled accuracy. The recent breakthrough in magnetic microrobots offers just that, transforming the future of vascular imaging and patient care. At the forefront of
MIT Lincoln Laboratory, in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame, has introduced an advanced exploration tool known as the Soft Pathfinding Robotic Observation Unit (SPROUT). This vine robot is specifically designed to assist emergency responders during urban search-and-rescue missions,
In the ever-evolving world of robotics, a groundbreaking development has emerged that could redefine energy efficiency and adaptability within robotic systems. Researchers from TU Delft and EPFL have engineered a quadruped robot, taking inspiration from the canine world. This advanced robot,
The realm of robotics has always been divided between two distinct categories: rigid robots and soft robots. Each type has its specific advantages and limitations. Rigid robots, commonly found in industrial settings, boast precision, speed, and considerable torque, allowing them to execute tasks
In a groundbreaking development, engineers at MIT have created artificial muscles capable of flexing and twitching in multiple directions. This innovation offers a pathway for developing robots that boast movements similar to those of biological organisms. The merging of synthetic and biological
