South Korean Chipmakers Strategically Invest in US Plants to Sidestep Tariffs In the ever-competitive landscape of global trade, companies are constantly seeking innovative strategies to navigate the challenges presented by tariffs and trade regulations. Recently, two of South Korea’s tech giants, Samsung and SK Hynix, have made strategic moves to avoid the impact of US […]
Robot hand grips smart, flinches from heat, and mimics real-world human touch
Robot Hand Grips Smart, Flinches from Heat, and Mimics Real-World Human Touch Robots are picking up human instincts: sensing heat, pressure, and even the weight of objects. The evolution of robotics is swiftly moving towards creating machines that not only perform tasks with precision but also interact with the environment in a more human-like manner. […]
New research by US engineers improves strength prediction in 3D printing
New Research by US Engineers Improves Strength Prediction in 3D Printing Additive manufacturing (AM) offers several benefits over traditional methods as it can produce durable parts with complex geometries at a faster rate and lower cost. However, one of the challenges in 3D printing has been accurately predicting the strength of the printed parts. This […]
‘Robot skin’ beats human reflexes, transforms grip with fabric-powered touch
“Robot Skin”: Revolutionizing Robotics with Fabric-Powered Touch Robots have become remarkably advanced, capable of executing complex tasks with impressive accuracy, speed, and efficiency. However, one area where robots have traditionally fallen short is in their ability to interact with the world around them in a way that mimics human touch. That is until now. A […]
Asia Factory Outlook at Lowest Since Pandemic on Trump Tariffs
Asia Factory Outlook at Lowest Since Pandemic on Trump Tariffs Manufacturers in Southeast Asia are facing a challenging landscape as they navigate through uncertainties surrounding trade tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Despite recent improvements in output, the overall sentiment towards future growth in the region has dampened significantly, reaching its lowest point since the […]
China’s pretty humanoid robot stuns by opening a car door in a ‘world’s first’
China’s Pretty Humanoid Robot Stuns by Opening a Car Door in a ‘World’s First’ AiMOGA Robotics has claimed to have reached a significant milestone in embodied AI with its latest creation, a humanoid robot that can now open a car door, a feat that was previously thought to be beyond the capabilities of robots. This […]
Video: China’s humanoid robot ring fighters show off torque, timing and technique
Video: China’s Humanoid Robot Ring Fighters Showcase Torque, Timing, and Technique Humanoid robots traded punches in a futuristic “fight club” at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, demonstrating their prowess in combat skills that mimic those of their human counterparts. The event, held in Shanghai, China, featured cutting-edge technology that showcased the advancements in robotics and […]
100x more precise: Robots, vehicles to get less than 1-inch-level accurate positioning
100x More Precise: Robots and Vehicles Set to Get Less Than 1-Inch-Level Accurate Positioning A San Francisco-based company is set to accelerate the widespread adoption of centimeter-accurate positioning for robots and vehicles. This technological advancement marks a significant leap in precision, with these machines soon to achieve less than 1-inch-level accuracy in their positioning. The […]
Robots can handle objects like humans, sense when something might slip with new method
Robots Can Handle Objects Like Humans, Sense When Something Might Slip with New Method Engineers from Britain implemented a novel approach to improve how robots grip and handle fragile, delicate objects. This innovative method allows robots to have a sense of touch and adjust their grip, much like humans, to prevent items from slipping. The […]
US firm to build 3,275°F brick battery to decarbonize steel and cement plants
US firm to build 3,275°F Brick Battery to Decarbonize Steel and Cement Plants Electrified Thermal Solutions, a Boston-based company spun out of MIT, has signed a major manufacturing deal that could revolutionize the way steel and cement plants operate. The company is set to build a groundbreaking 3,275°F brick battery that aims to decarbonize these […]