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China's Humanoid Robots Stage a Kung-Fu Comeback at 2026 Spring Festival Gala
technology14 days ago

China's Humanoid Robots Stage a Kung-Fu Comeback at 2026 Spring Festival Gala

Chinese humanoid robots wowed audiences at the 2026 Spring Festival Gala with kung fu, aerial flips and choreographed routines, signaling a rapid year-over-year leap and reinforcing China’s lead in robot deployments and lower production costs. Analysts say the progress is real and potentially economically meaningful for task-focused work, but caution that reliability in unstructured environments and AI model performance will determine long-term impact.

"Goodbye Atlas: Boston Dynamics Retires Its Legendary Humanoid Robot After a Decade of Marvelous Feats"
technology1 year ago

"Goodbye Atlas: Boston Dynamics Retires Its Legendary Humanoid Robot After a Decade of Marvelous Feats"

Boston Dynamics, known for its advanced humanoid robot Atlas, has officially retired the hydraulic robot, marking the end of an era in the robotics industry. The company's focus on commercializing technologies, coupled with Hyundai's acquisition and new CEO, suggests a shift towards new developments. While Atlas has made significant strides over the past decade, its hydraulics are now considered antiquated by contemporary robotics standards. Despite previous teases at commercializing the project, Boston Dynamics has decided to retire Atlas, showcasing its greatest hits and falls in a final blooper reel.

Rescue Revolution: Shape-shifting Spider Robot Takes on Tight Spots
robotics2 years ago

Rescue Revolution: Shape-shifting Spider Robot Takes on Tight Spots

Engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder have developed a spider-inspired shape-changing robot, called mCLARI, that can naturally alter its shape and maneuver through narrow places without controlling its movements. This breakthrough in the robotics industry could have applications in healthcare, space exploration, disaster response, and other industries that require adaptability and versatility.

"Joanne Pransky: A Pioneer in Robotics and AI Remembered"
robotics2 years ago

"Joanne Pransky: A Pioneer in Robotics and AI Remembered"

Women in Robotics has launched a scholarship in honor of Joanne Pransky, known as the "Robotic Psychiatrist," who made significant contributions to the robotics industry by emphasizing the human element in conversations about robotics and automation. The scholarship aims to encourage women and non-binary students to pursue careers in robotics and is currently accepting donations. Pransky, who was a pioneer in social robotics, was known for her passion, compassion, and efforts to make other women in the field feel comfortable.