Rigid elements are holding soft robots back from their full potential, and new research suggests swapping in fluid-based systems.

Rigid elements are holding soft robots back from their full potential, and new research suggests swapping in fluid-based systems.
Years’ worth of radar data from the now-destroyed Arecibo Observatory has helped detail almost 200 near-Earth asteroids.
A user-friendly system consisting of units that can direct 5G around obstacles in the home aim to eliminate communication shading areas.
The power demands of the Internet of Things could be combated with computing systems that mimic biological neurons.
Made of self-assembling nanoparticles and a microgel, this new material could overcome limitations in 3D bioprinting.
Researchers demonstrate learning behaviour in a solid-state device that is entirely controlled by electrical stimuli.
Using soft materials, researchers have developed a robot arm that mimics the rotational movement and structure of the shoulder.
A novel recycling process recovers valuable rare earth elements from scrap, minimizing the need for harmful mining operations.