A soft, biodegradable actuator that could drive the motion of biodegradable robots and a future in symbiosis with human operators.

A soft, biodegradable actuator that could drive the motion of biodegradable robots and a future in symbiosis with human operators.
A partially edible robot based on a fully edible sensor addresses the burden of electronic waste while simultaneously acting as a nutrition source.
Biodegradable soft robots made from brown seaweed and hydrogels enable the exploration of fragile environments with minimal environmental impact.
Researchers use stick insect locomotion as inspiration for machine learning approaches to teaching robots how to walk.
To curb the rising threat of fungal infections, researchers crafted iron oxide nanoparticles as speedy, effective, and inexpensive antifungal agents.
A shape-shifting robot can access hard-to-reach locations in the GI tract, and is a step up from conventional endoscopic techniques.
To make swarms of honeybee-sized robots, researchers propose new design and fabrication methods to cut down on time and resources.
An intelligent eye tracker allows for accurate, hands-free remote control of robots without the need for joysticks or other devices.
Just like successful therapist or coach relationships, machine-human relationships require engagement and trust if robots are to be useful.
Resembling a balloon filled with coffee grounds, this gripper uses granular jamming and electrostatic interactions to manipulate objects.