Engineers are developing bird-like robots with flapping wings that could transform drone technology by replacing traditional propellers with more flexible
Japanese researchers have created an insect‑inspired robot that tracks odors even when one of its two sensors fails. Based on the silkworm moth’s ability to navigate with a single antenna, the robot maintains consistent accuracy indoors and outdoors. The breakthrough, published in npj Robotics, brings resilient odor‑tracking closer to real‑world disaster relief and environmental monitoring.
McDonald’s has tested humanoid robots at one of its outlets in Shanghai, drawing attention from customers and social media users.
Researchers in China have taught a humanoid robot to play tennis using imperfect motion data from amateur players. Their LATENT system lets the robot return balls with 96.5% accuracy and move naturally. The approach, developed with robotics company Galbot, could help robots learn other athletic skills without needing perfect motion data.
Cranfield University researchers have built WANDER-bot, a 3D‑printed robot that runs entirely on wind energy. Movement uses no battery power, allowing long missions in hostile environments like deserts or polar regions. The simple, repairable design could one day help explore other planets or remote areas where humans cannot easily work.
Robots that learn by watching people usually cannot move faster than their teachers. Georgia Tech researchers have built SAIL, a new system that breaks this speed barrier. The tool allows robots to complete tasks like packing food and folding laundry three to four times faster than standard systems, all while staying safe and precise.
A dancing humanoid robot created a tense moment at a busy restaurant in California when it suddenly became difficult to
China’s industrial robot production has seen a sharp rise in early 2026, reflecting the country’s strong push towards automation and
China is testing a new kind of wearable robot that could change how soldiers move in extreme environments. The device
An elderly woman was taken to the hospital in Macau after being startled by a humanoid robot that suddenly appeared
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