A Wireless Drive and Control Method for Robots: Multifrequency Microwaves
New method for wireless robot control using multifrequency microwaves introduced. Millimeter-scale robot designed using shape memory alloy for confined environments.…
Vision-Based Approach Enhances Deformable Robot Key Point Estimation
New vision-based method improves deformable robot control accuracy by up to 4.5%. Utilizes two cameras and a convolutional neural network…
Soft Crawling Caterpillar Driven by Electrohydrodynamic Pumps
New soft caterpillar robot uses advanced EHD pump technology. Optimized design improves flow rate and driving pressure significantly. Efficient, low-cost,…
MIT Robot Packs Groceries with Delicate Precision
MIT CSAIL developed RoboGrocery, a robotic system to pack groceries. The system uses advanced vision, tactile sensors, and algorithms. Potential…
New Neural Network Model Enhances Human Safety in Human-Robot Interaction
The simulation-assisted neural network improves human safety in HRI. Combining simulated and actual point clouds enhances segmentation accuracy. Experimental validation…
Three-dimensional Kinematics-based Real-time Localization Method Using Two Robots
This method uses two robots for real-time 3D self-localization. It works effectively in GPS-denied and magnetically disturbed environments. Experimental results…
A Convoy of Magnetic Millirobots Transports Endoscopic Instruments for Minimally‐Invasive Surgery
The first electrocautery procedure using a team of millirobots is demonstrated. TrainBots convoy can generate nearly double the actuating force…
Autonomous Navigation System Enhances Crop Phenotyping Robot Efficiency
RGB‐D camera and PP‐LiteSeg model enhance phenotyping robot navigation. Accurate real-time crop area detection and deviation correction achieved. Study shows…
Matarić Pioneers Robotics, Earns Prestigious Award
Matarić advances socially assistive robotics, earning ACM Athena Lecturer Award. Generative AI enhances natural conversations in socially assistive robots. Collaboration…
Germany Establishes Robotics Institute to Lead in AI Robotics
Germany launches Robotics Institute Germany (RIG) with TUM leading. RIG aims to foster AI-based robotics through five strategic goals. Initiative…
