robotics Top Robotics and AI Innovations of 2020 Highlight Human-Machine Partnership In 2020, robotics and artificial intelligence step up as essential tools during the global pandemic, serving roles from healthcare disinfection to virtual graduation ceremonies. These technologies showcase practical applications that extend far beyond simple gadgets.
toyota Toyota's CUE Robot Wows Tokyo Olympics Crowd with Perfect Aim Toyota's CUE basketball robot showcases near-perfect shooting accuracy during a Tokyo Olympics halftime show. The AI-powered machine sinks free throws, three-pointers, and half-court shots with ease.
international space station Space Station Experiments Drive Innovative Health Treatments on Earth The Expedition 74 crew investigates how microgravity impacts cartilage and digestion to advance medical care both in space and on Earth. Astronauts also prepare for an upcoming robotics maintenance spacewalk.
international space station Space Station Experiments Advance Health Treatments Ahead of Robotics Spacewalk The Expedition 74 crew investigates how microgravity impacts cartilage and digestion to improve both astronaut health and Earth-based medicine. The orbital residents also prepare for an upcoming robotics maintenance spacewalk.
international space station Space Station Research Advances Health Treatments Ahead of Robotics Spacewalk The Expedition 74 crew investigates how microgravity impacts cartilage and digestion to improve health care both in space and on Earth. The orbital residents also prepare for an upcoming robotics maintenance spacewalk at the end of the month.
international space station Space Station Experiments Target Joint and Digestive Health Ahead of Robotics Spacewalk The Expedition 74 crew studies how weightlessness impacts cartilage and digestion to advance medical treatments both in space and on Earth. The astronauts also prepare for an upcoming robotics maintenance spacewalk.
coronavirus Rapid Virus Tests, 3D Printed Bugs, and the Universe's Matter Mystery This week's top tech stories highlight a push for universal coronavirus self-testing, a breakthrough in printing cheap insect-like robots, and new clues explaining why the universe contains matter instead of nothing.
covid-19 Ten Key Tech Trends Emerge as Crucial Tools During COVID-19 Crisis The global pandemic accelerates the adoption of essential technologies like digital payments, telehealth, and robotics to keep society functioning. These tools help reduce virus transmission while building long-term resilience for businesses and communities.
techcrunch TC Sessions Expands Focus to Include Artificial Intelligence Alongside Robotics TechCrunch partners with UC Berkeley to add artificial intelligence to its 2019 Robotics event, reflecting the deep convergence of the two fields. The April 18 conference expects over 1,000 attendees and offers various sponsorship opportunities for tech companies.
machine learning Machine Learning Tools Emerge to Combat Global Bee Population Decline Artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies offer new hope for protecting rapidly declining bee populations. Innovative solutions range from parasite-detecting smartphone apps to sensor-equipped smart hives.
amazon Amazon Launches Electric Autonomous Delivery Robots in Washington State Amazon introduces Scout, a small, fully-electric autonomous delivery device that rolls along sidewalks to bring packages to customers in Snohomish County.
haptx HaptX Raises $12 Million for Advanced Haptic VR and Robotics Gloves HaptX secures $12 million in funding to develop its next-generation sensor-packed gloves that simulate touch and resistance for enterprise VR and robotics applications.
alphabet Alphabet X Unveils Trash-Sorting Robot to Bring Machines Into Daily Life Alphabet's X lab reveals a robot that learns to sort office garbage, dropping contamination rates from 20% to under 5% as part of a broader push for everyday robotics.
disney research Disney Research Finds Slower Robot Arms Feel Safer to Humans Disney Research shows that robotic arms deliberately slow down their reaction times to avoid unnerving people during handovers, finding a sweet spot that mimics human behavior.
nasa NASA Mars 2020 Rover Stands on Its Own Wheels Ahead of Launch NASA's Mars 2020 rover successfully completes a major milestone by supporting its full weight on its six wheels for the first time. The upgraded robotic explorer prepares for a July 2020 launch to join the still-active Curiosity rover on the Red Planet.