Using Raman spectroscopy as a means of detection, researchers have built an extensive database of signatures to detect any cancer.
A soft robotic hand takes a two-pronged approach to grasping
Resembling a balloon filled with coffee grounds, this gripper uses granular jamming and electrostatic interactions to manipulate objects.
A computing system made from heart cells
A biocomputer built from connected heart cells solves computational problems with high accuracy and at a low computational cost.
Snapping metacaps propel soft robot design
An innovative design allows for sensitive soft robots that can navigate difficult tasks and environments without bulky sensors.
ChatGPT is making waves in the scientific literature
Crediting ChatGPT as an author on scientific papers has sparked debate around the role it should play in the scientific literature.
Eliminating computer errors by combining computation and memory
A device brings memory and processing together, helping minimizing errors and avoiding increasing energy demands due to huge amounts of data.
Robots with involuntary behaviors seem more natural
Modeling involuntary aspects of human behavior, such as blinking or even jet lag, might help build trust in robot-human interactions.
A miniature robot for diagnosing lung cancer
This tiny soft robot can be steered through the branches of the lungs without causing damage for safer diagnosis.
Bio-inspired robotic eyes that better estimate motion
Event cameras mimic the human eye to allow robots to navigate their environment, and a new approach helps minimize computational costs.
Reviving mechanical computers for use in extreme environments
Putting a modern spin on old tech, scientists create a mechanical computer from metamaterials for situations where electronic computers break down.