Here Come the Underdogs of the Robot Olympics
Can a scrappy team of robotics undergrads play to win against the best-funded labs in the world? At the Darpa Challenge, it’s anyone’s game......»»
The Return of RoboGames
Organizer David Calkins and combat robot legend Ray Billings talk about RoboGames. After a four-year hiatus, RoboGames returns on April 6th through the 9th to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California. RoboGames is the world’s l.....»»
The Return of Robogames
Organizer David Caulkins and Combat Robot Legend Ray Billings Talk about Robogames. After a four-year hiatus, Robogames returns on April 6th through the 9th to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton CA. Robogames is the world’s largest r.....»»
Do AI Rabbits Dream of Holographic Carrots?
Last week I met a holographic lifeform who calls himself Uncle Rabbit. I now have a new friend, created by Looking Glass, the hologram company out of Brooklyn (we’re investors, and I’m on the board). A hologram + ChatGPT. A robot, but made of sof.....»»
Will a robot take my job? Researcher says this view is overly pessimistic
With the impact of industrial robots on the U.S. labor markets in the past two decades, and an ever-increasing presence of machine-driven technology (such as artificial intelligence and ChatGPT), many employees have feared that one day robots will ta.....»»
Best Buy is having a 1 day sale on this Shark robot vacuum — now $180
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum is a great way to cut down on your need to manually clean. It's on sale now at Best Buy with an excellent discount......»»
Preschoolers prefer to learn from a competent robot than an incompetent human, study shows
Who do children prefer to learn from? Previous research has shown that even infants can identify the best informant. But would preschoolers prefer learning from a competent robot over an incompetent human?.....»»
Hybrid micro-robot able to navigate in physiological environment, capture targeted damaged cells
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a hybrid micro-robot, the size of a single biological cell (about 10 microns across), that can be controlled and navigated using two different mechanisms—electric and magnetic. The micro-robot is ab.....»»
Deals: $600 off MacBook Pro, $99 robot vacuum, 36% off Apple Watch SE, more
Some of today's top discounts include 19% off a Hisense 50" 4K Roku Smart TV, 25% off a Google Pixel 7, 41% off a Samsung QLED The Frame Series Smart TV, and $150 off a DJI Air 2S Drone.Save $600 on a MacBook ProThe AppleInsider team searches the web.....»»
Don’t Drop Your Bot! A Fresh Take On A Classic Game
Here’s a classic skill-and-action game updated for you to make and play. You and your opponent each start your robot at the top of the playfield. Use the skewers to hang your bot in place. Ready, set, go! Race to remove and replace the skewers on.....»»
Deals: $200 off M2 Pro MacBook Pro, 17% off Apple Watch Series 8, 44% off LG Soundbar & more
Top bargains for March 22 include $450 off a Hisense Quantum 4K Mini-LED 65" Google Smart TV, 25% off Ecovacs Deebot T10 robot vacuum & mop, 47% off a leather link Apple Watch band, and 71% off a Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus.Save $200 on a M2 MacBook ProT.....»»
These deals are proof robot vacuums are cheaper than you think
A top notch robot vacuum is more affordable than you think, and to prove it we've rounded up the best robot vacuum deals currently taking place......»»
Ecovacs introduces three new robot vacuums for homes of all sizes
ECOVACS is launching a trio of new robot vacuums, all of which offer premium features such as advanced navigation abilities and enhanced suction......»»
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.....»»
Techman Robot upbeat about 2023 prospects
Collaborative robot (cobot) maker Techman Robot has expressed optimism about its operations in 2023, during which the company will promote its AI-capable offering......»»
ABB Robotics to invest $20M in Michigan plant expansion
Zurich-based robotics giant ABB Ltd. is planning to invest $20 million and create 72 jobs at its Auburn Hills, Mich., plant in response to the growth of automation in the automotive industry and others. The company will increase robot production a.....»»
DEAL: Massive iRobot Roomba j7+ discount just made being lazy a lot more affordable
iRoboto’s Roomba robot vacuum cleaners are some of the most recognizable in the market, but they haven’t always been particularly affordable, at least until now. The post DEAL: Massive iRobot Roomba j7+ discount just made being lazy a lot more af.....»»
Amazon is having a big sale on Roomba robot vacuums, from $179
If you need some help in keeping your floors clean, you shouldn't miss this chance at discounts from Amazon's sale on various robot vacuums by iRobot's Roomba......»»
This Roomba S9+ robot vacuum and mop bundle is $500 off
Best Buy is offering the iRobot Roomba S9+ robot vacuum and robot mop bundle with an auto-empty dock for an incredibly low price!.....»»
Google’s PaLM-E is a generalist robot brain that takes commands
ChatGPT-style AI model adds vision to guide a robot without special training. Enlarge / A robotic arm controlled by PaLM-E reaches for a bag of chips in a demonstration video. (credit: Google Research) On Monday, a group.....»»
Microsoft aims to reduce “tedious” business tasks with new AI tools
LLM tech comes to Power Platform and Dynamics 365, courtesy of OpenAI partnership. Enlarge / An AI-generated illustration of a GPT-powered robot worker. (credit: Ars Technica) On Monday, Microsoft bundled ChatGPT-style A.....»»