Smarter Sensing, Safer Robots: The Next Step in Human-Machine Teamwork
As robots take on more complex roles in industrial environments, one challenge remains constant: ensuring safe, seamless interaction with human workers. Heavy-duty robotic arms...
This Tiny Chip Lets Drones Build 3D Maps Without Draining Their...
Small autonomous drones have enormous potential for inspecting tunnels, warehouses, industrial facilities, and disaster zones. However, one limitation continues to hold them back: creating...
This Revolutionary Anatomy-Resembling Artificial Foot Can Allow Amputees to Walk More...
Italian Institute of Technology (IIT)'s SoftFoot Pro is a new and innovative piece of engineering. Unlike the prosthetic feet of today, SoftFoot Pro mimics...
Neural Network Breakthrough Enhances Machine Vision in Low Light
Fiducial markers play a vital role in guiding robots by helping them navigate their environment and recognize objects. These markers, resembling high-contrast black-and-white square...
New Imaging System Lets Robots “See” Inside Boxes Using Millimeter-Wave Signals
A recent breakthrough by MIT researchers could upgrade quality control operations in warehouses and factories. Using a novel imaging method, a robotic system can...
Robot Dog Tackles Disaster Zones So Humans Don’t Have To
Major disasters often create environments too unstable or hazardous for human rescuers to enter. Collapsed structures, toxic fumes, flooding, and narrow access points can...
The Border That Watches Its Back
Modern borders are increasingly difficult to defend with traditional means alone. Fast-moving ground forces, low-flying drones, cyber interference, and long-range missiles compress reaction times...
The Shape-Shifting Robot That Repairs Itself Mid-Task
Soft robots are often designed for a single task. Once their structure and internal wiring are set, their range of motion is fixed, limiting...
This Spider-Inspired Robot Boat Can Find and Rescue People in the...
Every minute counts during water rescue operations. Whether responding to a person swept away by strong currents or someone struggling after a boating accident,...
Israel Gives US 200 Customizable Tiny Tank Robots
The US Marine Corps will receive 200 Roboteam Micro Tactical Ground Robot (MTGR) systems, along with spare parts and maintenance services. The MTGR bots...
This Wearable Device Converts Body Heat to Electricity
Researchers at the University of Washington have unveiled a groundbreaking wearable device capable of converting body heat into electricity. This innovative prototype not only...
Join the Innovation Competition at the Global Defense Tech Summit 2025...
Calling all defense-tech startups! Don’t miss out on the exciting opportunity to participate in the Defense-Tech Startup Competition at the Global Defense Tech Summit...
New Study Reveals How Encrypted Robot Commands Can Still Leak Sensitive...
As collaborative robots become more common across healthcare and industrial environments, new research highlights a critical gap in how these systems handle privacy—even when...
The Hybrid Rover That Drifts Like a Weed and Navigates Like...
Robots designed for ground exploration often struggle with two conflicting demands: they need to travel long distances efficiently, yet also maneuver through cluttered or...
Quantum Tech Meets 6G: A Step Toward Massive Connectivity
As connected devices multiply, wireless networks face a growing mathematical bottleneck. Future 6G systems are expected to support device densities more than ten times...
This Shape-Shifting Origami Tech Could Transform Robotics and Shelters
Foldable structures are widely used in engineering because they can transform from compact flat sheets into larger three-dimensional forms. But most existing designs face...
Dual-Use Startups 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 invites...
Revolutionary Robotic Suits Pave the Way for Enhanced Mobility and Rehabilitation
At the CES 2025 Global Media Meetup held from December 9 to 13 in Seoul, South Korean start-up Hurotics captivated attendees with its groundbreaking...
The Low-Cost, 3D-Printable Open-Source Humanoid Robot for Research and Education
A new open-source humanoid robot, the Berkeley Humanoid Lite, has been introduced by the University of California, Berkeley, offering an affordable and fully customizable...
Smarter Mapping for Search-and-Rescue Robots
Researchers have developed a new approach to robotic mapping that could help autonomous systems operate in unstable or cluttered environments, such as collapsed buildings...
From Smooth Floors to Stairwells: A New Kind of Robot Mobility
Stairs remain a stubborn obstacle for mobile robots. Wheels are fast and efficient on flat ground, but they struggle the moment elevation changes appear....
No More Flat Faces: AI Learns to Read Humans in 3D
As humanoid robots become more advanced, one of the key challenges is making their interactions feel natural. Accurately recognizing faces, tracking expressions and reproducing...
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This Rifle Upgrade Times Every Shot to Help Hit Fast-Moving Drones
Small drones have become a difficult target for infantry. They can approach quickly, change direction and present a much smaller target than a conventional...
