


Video Explores Why Robots That Bend Are Better
These smooshy robots may have future applications in space exploration.

Four-Legged Soft Robot Operates on Pressurized Air Alone
The quadruped could be handy in environments where using electronics is dangerous or simply impossible.


15 Engineers and Their Inventions That Defined Robotics
Robotics has become an essential part of modern society. But, how did we get here?

New Soft Robotics Tech Uses Shadows to Sense Human Touch
The technique allows soft robots to detect pats, punches, and even hugs without relying on touch.


Soft, Human-Sized Robot Gives Excellent Hugs
Once you get over the awkwardness, receiving a hug from a robot could be as good as the real thing.

Bird-Inspired Robots Fly Autonomously to Remote Spots
The robots even use their talons to perch, land, and deliver tools.

MIT Developing 'One-Stop-Shop' Robot-Building 3D Printer
MIT CSAIL's 'LaserFactory' automates the full process for making functional devices in one system.


Army-Funded Discovery Paves Way For Self-Propelled Robots
Robots that are able to move off their own energy are one step closer.

Boston Dynamics Just Gave Spot the Robot Dog Several Major Upgrades
Spot is finally taking up the most dangerous and remote jobs, potentially saving lives.


Boston Dynamics Shows off Spot the Robot Dog's Arm Tricks in New Video
Picks up laundry, opens doors, plants plants, switches lights on and off, what can't Spot do now?