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.....»»
How dogs are used impacts how they are treated, finds cross-cultural database study
Research into the unique cognitive abilities of dogs often leads to surprises, including dogs' ability to form mental representations of things they smell, or that they know when their owners do something by accident. However, dog cognition research.....»»
Improving remote operation of planetary ground robots during upcoming Mars analog mission
The Institute for Systems and Robotics and the Interactive Technologies Institute, both represented by the Laboratory of Robotics and Engineering Systems (LARSyS), are proud to announce their participation in the upcoming AMADEE-24 mission to Mars. T.....»»
What causes subsurface thermohaline biases in southern tropical Pacific in latest climate models?
Realistic ocean subsurface simulations of thermohaline structure and variation are critically important to success in climate prediction and projection. Currently, substantial systematic subsurface biases still exist in the latest climate models. How.....»»
Ecovacs new vacuum & mopping robots feature better navigation
Ecovacs has introduced three new vacuum and mopping robots in the Deebot line with the N10 Plus, T9+, and T10 Omni with advanced navigation systems.New robots from EcovacsEach robot has advanced smart navigation and mapping systems and other features.....»»
These Researchers Used AI to Design a Completely New "Animal Robot"
“Xenobots” are living, swimming self-powered robots that measure less than a millimeter across. They are evolved by artificial intelligence and built out of frog stem cells—and they could open new medical fr.....»»
These Researchers Used A.I. to Design a Completely New "Animal Robot"
Xenobots are living, swimming, self-powered robots less than a millimeter across, evolved by artificial intelligence and built out of frog stem cells—and they could open new medical frontiers......»»
Rovers could explore lava tubes on Mars or the moon using breadcrumbs
Engineers propose using robots to scout out lava tubes for use as human habitats with a method inspired by Hansel and Gretel......»»
Robots let ChatGPT touch the real world thanks to Microsoft
A new API allows ChatGPT to control robots through natural language commands. Enlarge (credit: Microsoft) Last week, Microsoft researchers announced an experimental framework to control robots and drones using the langua.....»»
Framework structure with nanoscopic insulation enables components for soft robotics and flexible electronics
Classical robots, such as those used for manufacturing, can lift heavy loads and repeat automated processes precisely. But they are too rigid and bulky for delicate work and interaction with humans. The research field of soft robotics works on the de.....»»
Why we need rescue robots to seem brave and vulnerable
From WALL-E to R2D2 and the Iron Giant, pop culture is full of courageous, selfless robots that assist humans and tug on our heartstrings. But can real-life robots that respond to disasters and head into dangerous situations prompt us to be better pe.....»»
OnePlus 11 Concept brings water cooling to a phone, with questionable results
OnePlus hypes up "Active CryoFlux," but even its own benchmarks aren't impressive. Enlarge / The OnePlus 11 Concept was apparently assembled by tiny welding robots. (credit: OnePlus) It's Mobile World Congress this week.....»»
OnePlus 11 Concept brings water cooling to a phone with questionable results
OnePlus hypes up "Active CryoFlux" but even its own benchmarks aren't impressive. Enlarge / The OnePlus 11 Concept was apparently assembled by tiny welding robots. (credit: OnePlus) It's Mobile World Congress this week,.....»»
Robots to do 39% of domestic chores by 2033, say experts
Researchers quizzed 65 AI experts on which tasks robots are likely to do in the near future......»»
Researchers work to improve access to special needs hurricane shelters
When Hurricane Michael made landfall in 2018 near Mexico Beach, it was the first time a Category 5 hurricane hit Florida since 1992. It posed a risk for all residents but especially for people whose physical or cognitive impairments required them to.....»»
Robots Enter the Race to Save Dying Coral Reefs
Biologists are working to quickly grow hardier specimens that can be propagated and transplanted by robotic arms......»»
Robots Enter the Race to Help Save Dying Coral Reefs
Biologists are working to quickly grow hardier specimens that can be propagated and transplanted by robotic arms......»»
Tesla Autopilot workers try to unionize, are “tired of being treated like robots”
Buffalo-based workers say invasive monitoring leads some to skip bathroom breaks. Enlarge / Tesla Supercharger at a gas station in Katowice, Poland, on October 9, 2021. (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto ) Tesla Autopilot.....»»
NASA"s Perseverance rover shows off collection of Mars samples
Even space robots know what "pics or it didn't happen" means: NASA's Perseverance Mars rover provided a panorama of its recently completed sample depot—a big milestone for the mission and humanity's first collection of samples on another planet. Th.....»»
It"s not sci-fi: Hawaiian dealership group lets robots do the data-entry work
Servco Pacific uses robotic process automation, or RPA, to perform repetitive data-entry tasks for dealership employees, which reduces manual errors and frees them to perform higher-value tasks — and focus more sharply on customers......»»
Neuroscientist investigates social cognition in biased juries
Bias in juries pose a serious challenge for judges and attorneys to conduct fair, equal and impartial trials. A recent paper published in Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience considers the overlap between social cognitive processes such as cul.....»»