Robot facts Discover interesting facts about what defines robots, what they can do, and if they'll replace humans
Robotic probe quickly measures key properties of new materials An MIT robotic probe quickly measures photoconductance in new semiconductor materials By dramatically increasing the speed at which scientists can characterize these materials, this system could spur the development of solar panels that produce more electricity
Vine-inspired robotic gripper gently lifts heavy and fragile objects Like a growing vine, a new robotic gripper can snake around and lift a variety of objects, including a glass vase and a watermelon, offering a gentler approach than conventional gripper designs A larger version of the robo-tendrils can also safely lift a human out of bed
New control system teaches soft robots the art of staying safe System developed by researchers at MIT CSAIL and LIDS uses rigorous mathematics to ensure robots flex, adapt, and interact with people and objects in a safe and precise way It helps robots remain flexible and responsive while mathematically guaranteeing they won’t exceed safe force limits
MIT researchers “speak objects into existence” using AI and robotics MIT researchers at the School of Architecture and Planning developed a speech-to-reality system that combines generative AI, natural language processing, and robotic assembly to fabricate physical objects from spoken prompts