Tag: Robotics
Aquatic robot’s self-learning optimization enhances underwater object manipulation skills
The team’s accessible hardware platform (2000 USD) consists of 2 cameras and a parallel jaw gripper for research and development of underwater visuomotor policy learning. Credit: Liu et al. In…
Drone with its own ‘nervous system’ trialed by scientists
Nervous system visible in drone. Credit: University of Southampton Scientists are testing a drone fitted with its own “nervous system” which they claim can keep it operating in the sky…
Can you feel sorry for a robot? Research indicates you can
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A pitiful sound from tinny speakers, sad virtual eyes, trembling robot arms: It doesn’t take much to feel sorry for a robot. This is the conclusion…
Robots learn to perceive objects using acoustic vibrations
Credit: Duke University Imagine sitting in a dark movie theater wondering just how much soda is left in your oversized cup. Rather than prying off the cap and looking, you…
Combining next-token prediction and video diffusion in computer vision and robotics
Credit: Massachusetts Institute of Technology In the current AI zeitgeist, sequence models have skyrocketed in popularity for their ability to analyze data and predict what to do next. For instance,…
Low-cost touch sensor shows promise for large-scale robotics applications
Credit: Bhirangi et al. The development of affordable and highly performing sensors can have crucial implications for robotics research, as it could improve perception to help boost robot manipulation and…
Three-armed robot conducts German orchestra
Credit: Dresdner Sinfoniker A three-armed robot trained to mimic a human orchestra conductor has made its debut in the German city of Dresden, directing music composed specially to complement the…
Electronic Tongue Uses AI to Detect Differences in Liquids
Summary: Researchers have developed an AI-powered “electronic tongue” capable of distinguishing subtle differences in liquids, such as milk freshness, soda types, and coffee blends. By analyzing sensor data through a…
Electricity-free circuit helps free up space for robots to ‘think,’ say scientists
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Engineers have worked out how to give robots complex instructions without electricity for the first time, which could free up more space in the robotic ‘brain’…
