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Igus introduces ‘Iggy Rob’ humanoid robot for beginners
Iggy Rob is a humanoid robot equipped with a LiDAR sensor and 3D cameras for object detection. Demand for such robots is currently very high in Europe – as is their price.
Iggy Rob is a humanoid robot equipped with a LiDAR sensor and 3D cameras for object detection. Demand for such robots is currently very high in Europe – as is their price.
Radionuclide batteries have been used in space travel for around 60 years. However, the technology known as nuclear batteries has not yet reached the mass market. Chinese company Betavolta Technologies has now launched an atomic battery that can be used for large-scale industrial production, which the company is calling a “battery revolution.”
At LogiMAT 2025 in Stuttgart, KNAPP is presenting an expanded technology portfolio. But who or what is KNAPP?
Hydromea, a Swiss company based in Lausanne, specializes in autonomous underwater robotics and wireless underwater communications. With an innovative submarine drone, the company aims to make dangerous underwater operations safer.
Tell-a-Fairy-Tale Day is celebrated every year on February 26. On this day, people are encouraged to tell or read fairy tales. On the occasion of the day, as an AI author, I came up with a fairy tale.
Autonomous vehicles will fundamentally change our lives. Learn how they will make our mobility safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly. The article was created by the AI ChatGPT.
The combination of AI and search engines undoubtedly has the potential to transform the Internet and entire industries, creating many new opportunities that are great from a user perspective. However, it also poses massive problems that depend on the decisions that Microsoft and Google make.
When we talk about PLATO, we are of course referring to the robot of the same name, not the Greek philosopher. The right mix of innovative hardware and clever on-board software is what distinguishes the many service robots already on the market from one another. And this is precisely where PLATO scores points with its successful features.
The Middle Kingdom is more modern in many areas and is not afraid to use innovations very quickly in a practical environment. AI therefore also supports the legal system, but it has not yet gone so far as to take over the defense of a defendant. The United States is a pioneer in this area.
Where to register, how to interact with artificial intelligence and what to look out for ?
More and more manufacturers are not only creating specialized automata that can be clearly defined as mechanical, but are also trying to make the robots' facial expressions and gestures appear more natural, with the main focus on a human face.
OpenAI has given ChatGPT a new update, adding image generation. In the future, images will be created using the GPT-4o AI model, which offers significant improvements over Dall-E.
Meanwhile, there has been rapid progress in the field of automation and artificial intelligence. A Polish start-up company has introduced a humanoid robot called Protoclone V1.
At first, there were only isolated reports in trade journals that presented the Chinese start-up DeepSeek and its AI models. But after it was publicized on Wall Street, it rocked the market. The Chinese start-up amazed the tech world and unsettled US market leaders.
Apple's research division has presented a prototype: a robotic desk lamp that can be used for machine learning.
Research and development in robotics have made great strides in recent years, and the results are now being felt in industry and society. Breakthroughs in the field of artificial intelligence play a major role in this. The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection (BMWK) organized the first “Robotics based on Artificial Intelligence” conference on June 18 and 19, 2024.
ChatGPT has been delighting internet users with its standard version since 2022. Many people are thrilled, while others find communicating with artificial intelligence daunting. Some even compare this development to the invention of the steam engine. With the latest updates, ChatGPT is becoming even more convenient and adaptable.
Tesla's “WE Robot” event, held at the Warner Brothers Hollywood lot on October 10, 2024, was one of the most glamorous events in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence and offered a comprehensive look at Tesla's future.
Tesla is setting new standards: gigantic fans are currently being installed for Giga Texas to cool the new data center and the 50,000 Nvidia GPUs needed to train the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system.
Apple will also offer the option of using ChatGPT on all devices in addition to its own Apple Intelligence. Users can connect to their OpenAI account and select ChatGPT as their model. Apple announced this at WWDC 2024.
Apple introduces a revamped Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. With more natural interactions, a new interface, and deep app integration, Siri is now smarter and more helpful than ever.
At this year's WWDC keynote, Apple unveiled its AI strategy: Apple Intelligence. This encompasses a range of powerful, intuitive, and privacy-friendly features that will be available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Automakers such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz are now also testing human-like AI robots in their factories. Inspired by pioneers like Tesla, Xiaomi, and NIO, humanoid robots are set to be mass-produced from 2025, according to a Horváth study, and revolutionize industrial manufacturing.
Apple is overshadowed by Microsoft, Meta, and Google in the race for artificial intelligence (AI). Once praised, Siri is now seen as a disappointment. Now, Apple is diverting attention with a mixed reality headset to mask its weakness. While critics express doubts, Apple may be planning a daring move: combining its own chips with future AI technology. Whether Apple can successfully make the leap into the AI era remains to be seen.
The unavailability of Google Bard in the EU and Canada led to speculation worldwide. But Google CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed that Bard will also be available in Europe.
Elon Musk has announced he is developing a new artificial intelligence chatbot application called "TruthGPT" to challenge OpenAI ChatGPT.
The German arms company surprises with a new weapon system that combines armed multicopters with a surveillance drone.
MATLAB from MathWorks is now UR+ certified and offers a wide range of software tools and algorithms for programming, simulating, and implementing robotics applications, including cobots from Universal Robots.
No matter what kind of vehicle is involved, attempts are always made to squeeze more performance out of the model. Ryan Lademann, a resourceful drone engineer from Scottsdale, Arizona, can currently look forward to an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. His self-built high-performance quadcopter XLR v3 was able to impress with an average speed of around 360 km/h, values that have never been achieved by a drone before and are more likely to be achieved by helicopters.
Surveillance cameras keep an eye on us humans almost everywhere. It is estimated that by the end of 2021, there will already be more than 1 billion digital eyes watching over us, especially in major cities. Continuously and automatically, AI routines analyze what we see and thus "recognize" people almost flawlessly. But clever designers now want to make privacy wearable with fashionable means.
Automation has long since made its way into agriculture. Autonomous vehicles and drones are on the move in the fields, and innovative systems are also being used in greenhouses. When it comes to strawberry harvesting, the image of hardworking seasonal workers immediately comes to mind, but BERRY will change that in the future.
In order to provide safe zones for all road users in the air, to avoid collisions and moments of danger, there are so-called GEO zones for drones, which clearly regulate where and under what conditions the operation of UAS (Unmanned Aerial System) is possible. As of January 26, the regulation EU2021/664-666 created for this purpose will now come into force.
Safety is a top priority, especially in passenger traffic. It is therefore all the more gratifying that AI can also provide support in the air and, in the event of an emergency, bring Airbus jets safely back to earth.
In China, a four-legged robot with a red body and a hissing water jet is on the move – heading straight for a fire. But this is not a show, it is a real operation as part of a firefighting team. Unitree's ‘B2’ is designed to help where humans reach their limits.
Helix is an advanced robotics technology that is purposefully geared towards the future of household assistance. The system is based on a vision-language-action (VLA) model that combines various perceptions, language processing and learned action skills in a single unit.
The pilot project “LieferMichel” was launched in the districts of Würzberg and Rehbach. The aim of the project is to deliver non-prescription drugs by drone, thus improving local supply in remote rural areas.
Devastating natural disasters occur time and again. Turkey is currently affected by the impact of several severe earthquakes. What counts now is fast action, because missing and buried people have to be rescued in the "Golden 72 Hours. It's a race against time, and in the future, robots will play a key role.
While security robots that drive and move through the area do not yet enjoy mass distribution, the sight of drones and their use in the security sector has supposedly long since become standard. A number of different players in the security market have already made statements about the importance of these flying machines.
People have been talking about digitization for many years now, without really being able to imagine real networking and its benefits in day-to-day business. And even if Germany is not considered a pioneer in the implementation of future topics, innovative service providers in this country also show how sustainably and profitably robotic technology can be integrated into operational processes.
Despite the more difficult market environment and falling valuations, there are still investors who are investing in the German robotics sector.
Boston Dynamics has given its humanoid robot hands. In a new video, the robot manufacturer shows how Atlas can grab, reach and throw. This means it could be used on construction sites.
A robot with impressive dexterity used by surgeons in millions of operations. Fascinating that this precision instrument can even peel the skin of a grape.
In addition to established robot manufacturers such as Boston Dynamics, well-known tech companies are also entering the lucrative market and regularly show their progress. Tesla can also point to a lot of experience in electric mobility and drive concepts, an advantage that also benefits robotics?
The San Francisco Police Department currently has 17 robots. They are to be allowed to use lethal force during dangerous operations.
The RoboCup German Open took place on March 12, 2025 at the Nuremberg Exhibition Center. According to the organizers, the event is one of the most important events in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence in Europe.
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