AI and Robots Are a Minefield of Cognitive Biases
Humans anthropomorphize our technology, sometimes to our own distraction and detriment This is a guest post. The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not represent positions of IEEE Spectrum or the IEEE. Most pe.....»»
Controversial New Guidelines Would Diagnose Alzheimer’s Before Symptoms Appear
Diagnosis of Alzheimer's, according to expert recommendations, can proceed by detecting the disease's underlying biology, even before the onset of cognitive decline.....»»
Get ready for creepy AI robots with human facial expressions
China has reportedly developed a robot that can respond with natural human facial expressions. The robot was created by Liu Xiaofeng, a professor at Hohai … The post Get ready for creepy AI robots with human facial expressions appeared first on.....»»
This AI humanoid robot helped assemble BMWs at US factory
BMW has no timeline to integrate humanoid robots into its production lines. Enlarge / This is the Figure 02, a new humanoid robot that recently tried its hand(s) at assembling BMW chassis in South Carolina. (credit: BMW).....»»
"Baby talk:" Decoding how children"s vocal and cognitive cues sway adults
Compared to other mammals, human children are dependent on their caregivers for a remarkably long time. Throughout the ages, they have developed "psychological tactics" to endear themselves to adults and thus enhance their chances of survival. This p.....»»
NVIDIA uses Apple Vision Pro to capture teleoperated demonstrations and control humanoid robots
Apple may not have much use for NVIDIA, but that doesn’t mean NVIDIA has no use for Apple. Specifically, the Apple Vision Pro headset it uses to develop its humanoid robot. See how below: more….....»»
Nvidia using Apple Vision Pro to control humanoid robots
A new control service from Nvidia can allow developers to work on projects involving humanoid robotics, controlled and monitored using an Apple Vision Pro.A robot being controlled by an Apple Vision Pro [Nvidia]Developing humanoid robots has many cha.....»»
Does AI in the classroom facilitate deep learning in students?
Multitasking robots collaborate with humans in large warehouses, and chatbots respond to queries on banking websites. Artificial intelligence assistants even sort documents for law firms. William & Mary Assistant Professor of Computer Science Janice.....»»
A novel method implementing investment decision-making of prospect theory utility toward stock markets
Prospect theory, proposed by Kahneman and Tversky in 1979, has been acknowledged as an excellent decision-making theory for the bounded rationality of investors tending to show cognitive bias under conditions of uncertainty. In terms of gains and los.....»»
New research offers insight on modeling belief dynamics
Researchers who study belief dynamics often use analogies to understand and model the complex cognitive–social systems that underlie why we believe the things we do and how those beliefs can change over time. Ideas can be transmitted like a virus,.....»»
Emotion in Robot Motion
An interview with choreoboticist Catie Cuan, Ph.D about teaching robots to move more naturally. The post Emotion in Robot Motion appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Going deeper for healthy offshore reefs in Storm Bay
Scientists have used high-tech underwater robots to take a closer look at the deep offshore reefs on the east coast of Bruny Island in Tasmania and have revealed the seabed biodiversity there for the first time......»»
Non-Google search engines blocked from showing recent Reddit results
Updated robots.txt file hits Bing and others without a Reddit deal. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Recent discussions on Reddit are no longer showing up in non-Google search engine results. The absence is the result of updates.....»»
Musk doubles down on promises for Optimus humanoid robots
Elon Musk promises they'll "genuinely useful humanoid robots" when/if they ever do arrive......»»
Tesla to have humanoid robots for internal use next year, Musk says
Tesla plans to have humanoid robots for internal use next year, CEO Elon Musk said......»»
Q&A: How can different types of brains bolster startup success?
Associate Professor Carina Lomberg is on a quest to understand the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects of entrepreneurs and what shapes their journey. She has found that including neurodiverse individuals in teams that start a company enhanc.....»»
How Forvia"s Lego-like automated robots help its plants become more efficient
Forvia says its flexible, automated door panel manufacturing lines at plants in Michigan and Tennessee give the French supplier a giant leg up on its competition......»»
A walking balloon could one day explore Titan—or Earth"s sea floor
Novel ways to move on other celestial bodies always draw the attention of the space exploration community. Here at UT, we've reported on everything from robots that suspend themselves from the walls of Martian caves to robots that hop using jets of l.....»»
A hopping robot could explore Europa using locally harvested water
Various forms of hopping robots have crept into development for use in different space exploration missions. We've reported on their use on asteroids and even our own moon. But a study funded by NASA's Institute for Advanced Concepts (NIAC) in 2018 p.....»»
Best Roomba Prime Day deals: robots vacuums under $200
Get a robot vacuum for cheaper than usual with these Roomba Prime Day deals. Check out our recommendations here, but hurry because the discounts may end soon......»»
Gemini AI is making robots in the office far more useful
Lost in an unfamiliar office building, big box store, or warehouse? Just ask the nearest robot for directions......»»