Robotics

Syros is emerging as a European hub for maritime innovation through EIT Digital Summer school

The island of Syros in Greece is upping its efforts in Europe’s maritime innovation efforts with a partnership between the University of Aegean and EIT Digital.

Artificial intelligence to understand and communicate tasks to each other

Scientists have developed artificial intelligence to perform new tasks based on verbal or written instructions.

Twisted ringbots navigate and map unknown environments

Researchers have revealed the twisted ringbot, soft robots capable of engaging in three simultaneous behaviours.

Robots now feature bones, ligaments, and tendons in a single process

The rapid advancement of 3D printing technology has led to a significant expansion in available materials.

Cutting-edge robot holds promise for early breast cancer diagnosis

A ground breaking breast lump detection merging CBE with AI and sensors, has the potential to enhancing diagnostic methods like ultrasound.

Instant evolution: Robots crafted by artificial intelligence

Northwestern University researchers have achieved a significant milestone by creating an artificial intelligence system capable of crafting robots entirely from scratch.

Groundbreaking X-Ray robot to revolutionise battlefield safety

A cutting-edge X-ray robot equipped with X-ray backscatter technology promises to enhance military safety by detecting concealed weapons and explosives from a safe distance.

Battery-free robot used origami to shape-shift mid air

Scientists from the University of Washington have created a compact battery-free robot capable of altering its flight path by quickly transitioning into a folding configuration during its descent, to mimic the flight of different leaf types in mid-air.

‘Brainless’ soft robot capable of navigating ever-changing environment

Building upon their previous achievements of creating a soft robot that could navigate simple mazes without human or computer guidance, researchers have developed a "brainless" soft robot capable of navigating through intricate and ever-changing environment.

Revolutionary shape shifting robot can squeeze into confined spaces

Meet CLARI, the small flexible Robot designed to navigate small spaces, with some inspiration from the world of bugs.

Robotic pill safely delivers injectable Osteoporosis drug

A groundbreaking study demonstrates the efficacy of administering a previously injection-only medication for osteoporosis through an innovative robotic pill.

Drone Superhighways: Will robotics and automation change our lives?

Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, Chloe Smith, took the podium as the opening speaker at the highly anticipated International Conference on Robotics and Automation held in London on May 30, 2023.

Revolutionary underwater robot designed to remove waste from the ocean

Researchers pilot-test their jellyfish-inspired underwater robot to collect waste from the bottom of the ocean, which interacts gently with its environment without disturbing it.

‘FAIRY’ agricultural robots assist artificial pollination on a micro-scale

A design for agricultural robots named ‘FAIRY’ – Flying Aero-robots based on Light Responsive Materials Assembly – could aid artificial pollination.

Can Intelligent Automation help business growth projections in 2023?

Economic uncertainty and worker dissatisfaction are plaguing business growth - is intelligent automation the answer?

Robots as enablers: Improving the working culture in the public sector through automation

Nathan Cairns, Head of Intelligent Automation Practice at Kainos, discusses how automation could impact the public sector.

NSF grants $1.2 million to expand prosthetic hand control

More than 1.6 million Americans and millions more worldwide have suffered the loss of a limb, and current models of prosthetic hands are falling short.

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