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Researchers in Japan created a soft, floating robot inspired by Tinker Bell and Studio Ghibli characters that's safe enough to bump into humans. The gentle, whale-like companion could change how we interact with robots in our daily lives.
A Chinese robotics company just turned science fiction into reality with a pilotable transformer-style robot that stands nearly 9 feet tall. The GD01 lets humans control a massive mechanical suit straight out of anime and blockbuster movies.
Companies are proving that humans and robots can work together without injuries when safety comes first. From Toyota to DHL, smart workspace design is making factories safer and more productive.
A humanoid robot has learned to play tennis by watching fragmentary human movements, not perfect demonstrations. The breakthrough could help robots master complex tasks even when training data is messy or incomplete.
Engineers are teaching humanoid robots to sense their surroundings like humans do, using advanced vision and hearing technology. This breakthrough could make robots safe enough to work alongside people in everyday settings.
A humanoid robot just ran a half-marathon in under 51 minutes, crushing the human world record by nearly seven minutes in a stunning display of how fast robotics technology is advancing. Spectators watched in awe as machines outpaced people for the first time in the competition's history.
A humanoid robot is teaching itself to play tennis by practicing with human opponents, marking a breakthrough in athletic AI. The system called LATENT masters high-speed rallies without needing perfect motion data.
A new humanoid robot from South Korea can run, jump, moonwalk, and kick soccer balls with balance that looks remarkably human. The breakthrough shows how robots are getting closer to moving naturally alongside people in real workplaces.
A robot named Ace just became the first machine to beat top-ranked human table tennis players while following official rules. Sony's AI-powered creation marks a major breakthrough in robotics that can match human speed and skill in physical sports.
A humanoid robot just shattered the human world record for running a half marathon, finishing nine minutes faster than the fastest human ever. The leap from slapstick comedy to superhuman speed in just one year shows how fast robotics technology is advancing.
Genesis AI just unveiled robotic hands that can crack eggs, slice tomatoes, and even play piano—all because they're shaped exactly like human hands. The $105 million startup believes matching human anatomy is the secret to teaching robots millions of real-world skills.
A Chinese robot just beat the human half-marathon record by over an hour, while another robot nearly matched Usain Bolt's speed. These racing machines are pushing boundaries we never thought possible for two-legged robots.
A robotic hand originally designed for amputees is now teaching industrial robots how to handle objects with human-like dexterity. By collecting real-world data from over 300 prosthetic users, the technology is bridging a gap that's stumped engineers for decades.
Engineers just solved one of the biggest challenges in robotics: teaching humanoid robots to sense and respond to humans in real time, making them safe enough to work alongside us. The breakthrough uses technology already proven in self-driving cars.
Toyota has built a real-life testing town near Mount Fuji where 100 residents already live alongside delivery robots, autonomous vehicles, and AI systems. The experimental city helps gather real-world data on human-machine interaction that could shape safer technology worldwide.
A bright red humanoid robot just smashed the human half-marathon world record, finishing in 50 minutes and showing how far robotic technology has leaped in just one year. The achievement marks a stunning three-times improvement from last year's competition.
A humanoid robot just ran a half marathon in China, beating the world's fastest human time by seven minutes. This isn't science fiction anymore—it's a glimpse of how far robotics has come.
A humanoid robot just outran the human half-marathon world record in Beijing, proving machines can now compete with elite athletes. The breakthrough marks a new era in autonomous robotics and athletic achievement.
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A self-navigating robot just ran a half-marathon faster than any human ever has, beating the world record by nearly seven minutes. The breakthrough shows how far robotics has advanced in just one year.
A four-legged robot just completed Mars exploration missions in 12 minutes instead of the 41 minutes humans need. Swiss researchers believe this robotic dog could revolutionize how we search for ancient life on other planets.
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