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Fujian University of Technology Unveils China’s First Humanoid Autism Therapy Robot with Brain-Computer Interface

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk February 12, 2026

Fujian University of Technology has built China’s first humanoid robot for autism therapy, integrating non-invasive brain-computer interface technology to read neural signals during interactions. Led by Professor Wu Yang, the innovation aims to improve early diagnosis and provide consistent, data-driven therapy support, marking a significant step toward blending advanced robotics with compassionate neurological care.

Egypt’s Arab Organization for Industrialization Unveils 1,800km Hamza-3 Suicide Drone at World Defense Show 2026

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk February 12, 2026

Egypt’s Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) unveiled its Hamza-3 suicide drone with a 1,800 km range and swarming capabilities in Riyadh. Alongside the Sakr 105 rocket launcher and Haris-2 jammer, the systems highlight a push for localized production, though key components are still imported from China, mirroring a broader Arab drive for defense self-sufficiency.

Nanoscale illustration of hollow carbon spheres containing iron oxide nanoparticles for battery anodes.

Saarland University & Salzburg Team Develop High-Capacity Batteries Using Iron Oxide “Rust” and Carbon Spheres

Ritambhara K February 10, 2026

Researchers from Saarland University and the University of Salzburg have created a battery anode from iron oxide (“rust”) inside hollow carbon spherogels. The material’s storage capacity increases over 300 cycles, offering a sustainable, high-performance alternative to cobalt and nickel-dependent batteries.

Harvard Researchers Pioneer Rotational 3D Printing to Create Programmable Soft Robots

Ritambhara K February 9, 2026

Harvard University engineers have developed a rotational multimaterial 3D printing method to create soft robots with built-in motion. Led by Professor Jennifer Lewis, the technique prints programmable air channels within flexible filaments, allowing for rapid, mold-free fabrication of devices that can grip, bend, and morph on command.

Sellafield Nuclear Plant Deploys Boston Dynamics’ Spot Robot in Pioneering Radiation Monitoring Trial

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk February 8, 2026

Sellafield has trialed Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot for radiation monitoring, using a RAICo-designed tool to swab hazardous areas. This innovation aims to remove personnel from danger, accelerating safer nuclear decommissioning through advanced robotics.

Humanoid Robot Agibot A2 Creates History Walking over 100 km across China

Sanjukta Praharaj February 7, 2026

Setting the record for the longest journey walked by a humanoid robot, Agibot A2 secured a spot in the history

Bedrock Robotics Raises $270M to Build Driverless Excavators

Sanjukta Praharaj February 7, 2026

Bedrock Robotics Inc. announced on Wednesday that it has raised $270 million in Series B funding, bringing its total funding

DEWALT and August Robotics Launch World’s First Autonomous Drilling Robot for Data Center Construction

Ritambhara K February 2, 2026

DEWALT, in collaboration with August Robotics, has unveiled a fleet-capable autonomous drilling robot designed to accelerate data center builds. The Maryland-based

A surgeon controls robotic arms from a console during a long-distance telesurgery procedure.

Chinese Military Researchers Prove Long-Distance Robot Telesurgery as Reliable as Local Operations

Modern Mechanics 24 News Desk February 1, 2026

In a world first, Chinese PLA General Hospital researchers led by Dr. Zhang Xu have proven in a BMJ-published trial that robot telesurgery over 2,800km is as safe and effective as local surgery, revolutionizing access to cancer care.

The Sprout humanoid robot from Fauna Robotics, showing its compact size, expressive face with LED array, and soft exterior panels.

New York’s Fauna Robotics Bets on Sprout, a Friendly Humanoid, to Democratize Robot Development

Ritambhara K January 30, 2026

New York-based Fauna Robotics has launched Sprout, a 22.7 kg humanoid development platform designed for safety and emotional engagement. Founders Rob Cochran and Josh Merel aim to democratize robotics, providing tools for building applications in education, therapy, and AI research right out of the box.

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Fujian University of Technology Unveils China’s First Humanoid Autism Therapy Robot with Brain-Computer Interface

Egypt’s Arab Organization for Industrialization Unveils 1,800km Hamza-3 Suicide Drone at World Defense Show 2026

Saarland University & Salzburg Team Develop High-Capacity Batteries Using Iron Oxide “Rust” and Carbon Spheres

Harvard Researchers Pioneer Rotational 3D Printing to Create Programmable Soft Robots

Sellafield Nuclear Plant Deploys Boston Dynamics’ Spot Robot in Pioneering Radiation Monitoring Trial

Humanoid Robot Agibot A2 Creates History Walking over 100 km across China

Bedrock Robotics Raises $270M to Build Driverless Excavators

DEWALT and August Robotics Launch World’s First Autonomous Drilling Robot for Data Center Construction

Chinese Military Researchers Prove Long-Distance Robot Telesurgery as Reliable as Local Operations

New York’s Fauna Robotics Bets on Sprout, a Friendly Humanoid, to Democratize Robot Development

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