Dual-Use Startup Open Call
INNOFENSE Call for startups – Dual Use Technologies:
Following the immense success of the previous four cycles and their integration into the defense sector, iHLS...
Robotic Mechanic for Satellites Set to Transform Space Operations
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has completed the development of a spaceflight-qualified robotic suite designed to repair satellites in orbit. This innovation, funded...
The Robots That Fight Fires
Renowned Chinese robotics company Unitree has introduced its latest innovation in firefighting technology: a new line of quadruped robots designed for fire rescue operations....
Robot Guide Dogs in China Aim to Assist the Visually Impaired
A group of researchers in Shanghai, China has developed a six-legged robotic guide dog intended to assist the visually impaired in a country where...
AI-Powered Prosthetic Knee: A Leap Forward in Bionic Technology
At CES 2025, Ukrainian company SYLA showcased a groundbreaking innovation: an AI-powered bionic prosthetic knee designed to offer a more comfortable, natural, and affordable...
Modular Soft Robotics Unlocks Next-Gen Haptics for VR and Rehabilitation
A new pneumatic-driven soft robotics platform is offering a fresh approach to lifelike haptic feedback across virtual reality, rehabilitation, and human-machine interaction. Developed at...
Meet the World’s Most Capable Bomb Disposal Robot
The T4’s advanced haptic feedback lowers the risk for its operators by enabling them to “feel” their way through the challenging procedure of disarming...
NASA Employs AI-Powered Robotic Blacksmiths for Manufacturing
Machina Labs is advancing NASA's manufacturing capabilities with its innovative robotic blacksmith platform, the Robotic Craftsman. This system utilizes 7-axis robots to revolutionize how...
New Soft Joint Technology Enhances Robot Adaptability and Safety
Researchers at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) have developed a cutting-edge soft joint model that promises to significantly enhance the versatility, robustness, and...
How a Chameleon’s “Ballistic” Tongue Can Inspire Robotics
A newly published study is shedding light on an a biological feature of salamanders and chameleons that could have significant implications for engineering applications.—...
In-Body Soft Robots Revolutionize Robotic Medicine
Researchers from the University of North Carolina used artificial muscles and electronic skins to create advanced soft robots that are incredibly effective and safe...
Watch: Advanced “Robo-Wolves” Could Replace Soldiers in Battle
At this year’s Airshow China in Zhuhai, China South Industries Group Corporation (CSGC) unveiled its latest development in unmanned combat technology: a series of...
MIT Develops Robot to Assist in Search and Rescue Missions
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the University of Notre Dame have developed a robot designed to navigate disaster sites and...
Open Call for Startups With Dual-Use Technologies
iHLS and the Ministry of Defense invite you to join the fifth cycle of INNOFENSE and receive a remarkable opportunity to showcase your technology...
LG Electronics Enters the Humanoid Robot Race
At CES 2025, LG Electronics unveiled its ambitious plans to break into the rapidly evolving humanoid robot market. Traditionally known for its less-complex wheeled...
AI-Powered Wearable Enhances Navigation for the Visually Impaired
A new wearable system designed to support navigation for blind and visually impaired individuals could mark a turning point in assistive technology. Detailed in...
NASA’s Moon Tracks Use Levitating Limbless Robots
NASA, as part of its Innovative Advanced Concepts Program (NIAC), is looking to build the “first lunar railway system” using robots and a concept...
Call for Technologies: Defense Industry Seeks AI Solutions
iHLS, in collaboration with a large defense industry is looking for companies with proven capabilities in several areas to participate in a demonstration of...
New Framework Allows Instant Robot Adjustments Through User Feedback
A new framework developed by researchers at MIT and NVIDIA is setting a new standard for robot behavior correction, making it easier for users...
Falcon-Inspired Flying Robot Achieves Independent Takeoff
A new version of a bird-inspired flying robot has demonstrated the ability to take off without assistance and sustain flight at lower speeds—an advance...
Monocopter Drone Has Foldable Origami Wings
A new innovative drone inspired by nature has one rotary wing inspired by origami that can fold and expand during flight. The research team...
Soft Ceramic Sensors Pave the Way for Smarter Robotics
In a breakthrough that merges traditional ceramics with cutting-edge technology, researchers at Empa’s Laboratory for High-Performance Ceramics are reshaping the future of robotics and...
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Metal That Behaves Like a Gel Could Redefine High-Temperature Systems
A research team at Texas A&M University has developed the world’s first metallic gel — a new class of material that combines the strength...
