Robotics News
3D Printers Demonstrate Rapid Robot Evolution
Robots in computer simulations can evolve complex traits in a matter of days.
16 hours ago from Livescience
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Ant abilities could aid robot design
A study showing how ants tunnel their way through confined spaces could aid the design of search and rescue robots, say scientists.
Tue 21 May 13 from BBC News
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Don't snatch! Disney Research builds robot that takes objects more naturally
They may not make for the showiest videos, but some of the most interesting problems in robotics are to do with the subtleties of human interaction. Even something as apparently simple as receiving ...
Tue 21 May 13 from Gizmag
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All the Buzz About the 2013 Geographic Bee
Sathwik Karnik, a 12-year-old from Massachusetts, bested 53 contestants in the competition.
19 hours ago from National Geographic
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Christie's putting 1950s vintage Cygan robot under the hammer
Most modern robots look nothing like those predicted by 1950's era science fiction. But if you're in the market for a retro-style robot with world-domination-worthy looks you might want to dust ...
Tue 21 May 13 from Gizmag
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The REAL Robocop: Brazilian government spends £4.2 MILLION on robotic police officers ahead of the Rio Olympics
510 PackBot robots, built by iRobot, have been bought by the Brazilian government. They will hunt for explosives, help clear routes and go into hazardous areas as the country prepares for the ...
8 hours ago from Daily Mail
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The Official Arduino Robot
The new Arduino robot looks a bit like a robot vacuum cleaner, but it has a lot more going for it and it certainly doesn't suck - well not unless you add an air pump to it. Read more...
Sun 19 May 13 from iProgrammer
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Video: LEGO expands Mindstorms EV3 model kit lineup
Lego has confirmed it will be rolling out three new Mindstorms model kits just in time for the summer. read more
Fri 17 May 13 from TG Daily
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MIT Cheetah Robot Runs Fast, and Efficiently
It's now the second fastest legged robot in the world
Tue 14 May 13 from IEEE Spectrum
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You don't know these innovators
These virtual unknowns made major discoveries in the medical field that benefit millions of us every day. Learn more about these pioneers and their accomplishments.
Mon 20 May 13 from CNN
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