In a proof-of-concept study that integrates smart materials, machine learning and an optical control system, a team of Rice researchers led by materials scientist Hanyu Zhu used a light-patterning ...

Fidget poppers are an example of "bistability," as the popped circles rest in one of two stable states. Purdue University researchers have taken this idea to its extreme, building robots that can be ...

Learn to create a lifelike virtual pet robot with Raspberry Pi, AI, and 3D printing. Build your own interactive robot using, servo motors and ...

Grossi tried on the robotic legs in Zhangjiajie National Park about 800 miles (1,290 km) south-west of Beijing. The device is rented out to people in the national park for $22 a time, but you can also ...

Results quickly improved. One run showed a 12% boost, then 28%, 43%, and finally a 63% leap. That placed Zetta in second ...