This elephant robot bends, twists, and walks like the real thing
Scientists have developed a new 3D printing method that mimics the way animals move by blending soft and rigid materials—just like muscles and bones...
Robots that eat other robots meet the machines that can heal and evolve
Imagine a robot that can fix itself when broken or even grow stronger by absorbing parts from its surroundings—or from other robots.
That future is...
Humanoid robots could help solve surgery delays and hospital staff shortages
Hospitals around the world are facing serious challenges.
Surgery wait times are growing, doctors and nurses are overworked, and staff shortages are becoming a daily...
These animal-inspired robots could learn to walk on any terrain
In a breakthrough that brings us closer to robots that move like real animals, scientists have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that lets...
AI helps design underwater gliders that swim like fish
Underwater robots called gliders are often used to explore the ocean, collecting important data like water temperature, salt levels, and information about currents.
These gliders...
This smart robot might unlock better solar energy—faster
Finding better materials to make solar panels more efficient is a major goal for scientists around the world.
But discovering those materials takes time—especially because...
Mind over fingers: New brain tech lets users control robotic hand by thought
Imagine moving a robotic hand just by thinking. Scientists at Carnegie Mellon University have taken a big step toward making that a reality—without the...
Bouncy toy inspires smarter, jumping robots
A classic children’s toy—the popping dome that flips inside out and launches into the air—has sparked a big leap forward in the world of...
Build your own humanoid robot? Now it’s possible (and affordable!)
Humanoid robots are becoming more common in areas like healthcare, research, and even personal assistance.
But for beginners and hobbyists, building one has often felt...
Scientists build eco-friendly robots out of rice paper—and they disappear in just 32 days
Scientists from the University of Bristol have found an exciting new use for a surprising material: rice paper.
Yes, the same kind used to wrap...