A robot with a chainsaw looks terrifying, but it has a real job.
Japan Puts a Remote-Controlled Chainsaw Robot to Work on Railway Tracks A humanoid robot wielding a chainsaw might look alarming at first. In Japan, though, the machine has a practical job: trimming branches that grow too close to train tracks. JR East is using the robot along the Koumi Line in central Japan. Its two […]
Your old Android phone could become a walking robot.
Researchers Turn an Old Android Phone Into a Walking Robot An old Android phone tucked away in a drawer might still have a useful job ahead of it. Researchers at UCLA have used one as the computing hub for PhoneBot, a small, two-legged robot that can follow people and get back up after falling face […]
Former professor taken into custody in Philadelphia for opposing delivery robot
Most people may just step aside when they see a food delivery robot whirring down the sidewalk. Not one woman in Philadelphia, though; she decided to stand her ground. This 78-year-old retired professor literally blocked the path of an Uber Eats robot, causing quite the scene. Eventually, police showed up, and she found herself in […]
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang takes the stage with robot ducks to celebrate Europe’s AI opportunities.
Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, expressed his belief on Wednesday that Europe’s engineering skills provide a significant advantage in the fields of physical AI and robotics. This statement coincided with the announcement of broadened partnerships involving European manufacturers and startups during Nvidia’s GTC conference in Berlin, which is part of Huang’s tour across Europe, including stops […]
Robot guard dogs with ‘Indian accents’ exist, and the community appreciates them
Robot Security Dogs with Indian Accents Spark Curiosity in Atlanta A video that’s gone viral has prompted a somewhat unexpected question among residents of Georgia: What are those robot dogs with Indian accents doing in the area? A clip circulating on X features a patrol robot dog, brightly lit, roaming around an Atlanta apartment complex, […]
Startup in California introduces robot for home chores
A California-based robotics firm has introduced a humanoid robot, shifting focus away from flashy performances like dancing. Instead, this robot aims to tackle more mundane tasks like laundry and other daily chores. Based in Redwood City, Dyna Robotics showcased its latest creation named Taku. This so-called “full-stack physical agent” is designed to manage comprehensive workflows […]
Peter Schweizer Dismisses the Fear of an AI ‘Robot Apocalypse’
The AI Regulation Debate: A Closer Look The idea of “killer robots” might seem far-fetched at the moment. However, it serves as an effective scare tactic for artificial intelligence companies who might be anxious about new, cheaper competitors disrupting their market plans. Peter Schweizer, an investigative journalist, highlights a widespread fear among tech leaders in […]
Robot hand reminiscent of the ‘Addams Family’
Swiss Scientists Create an Unsettling Mechanical Hand A group of researchers from ETH Zurich’s Soft Robotics Lab has developed a peculiar mechanical hand that can move across various surfaces, sort of resembling a blend between The Terminator and the disembodied hand from “The Addams Family.” Interestingly, the team admitted their inspiration came directly from this […]
WIM-Z robot utilizes AI to reduce dog barking by 83% with treat incentives
AI Aids in Early Detection of Canine Health Issues Dr. Evan Antin, the chief medical officer at Wonderdog, discusses their new AI health companion for dogs, which tracks over 40 different analytes from regular at-home blood samples. This technology aims to identify health problems, like kidney deterioration, before symptoms are visible. The objective? To help […]
Novice fighter faces off against a humanoid robot in a landmark event
Humanoid Robot Takes on Influencer in Cage Match In an amusing twist of events, it seems that robots have not only outdone us in various fields but can now also deliver some serious blows. Viral videos captured the moment a giant humanoid robot seemingly took down an influencer during what is being touted as the […]