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Featured by Val Wang
Jul 30, 2009
iCub, the Open-Source Robot Child
It takes a village to raise a robot. At least, that’s the belief of the creators of iCub, a humanoid...
Jul 22, 2009
Another Ratbot, This One with Bigger Whiskers
Encountering a swarm of genuine sewer-dwelling rats would send the average human screaming and jumping up onto the nearest chair,...
Jul 14, 2009
A Ramen-Making Robot From Japan
Combining two of Japan’s greatest strengths, a noodle-shop-owning electronics wizard has invented a robot that can make the perfect bowl...
Jun 30, 2009
Two-Wheeled Robotic Table Balances Drinks, Segway-Style
Summertime, a cocktail party, stiff drinks — what’s missing? If you’re a futuristic type, then the clear answer is: the...
Jun 23, 2009
Ratbot Sees, Hears, Scurries Just Like a Real Rat
French researchers are building a better rodent
Jun 18, 2009
Teamworkbot Can Anticipate Your Needs
Smart prototype bot works together with humans, observing our behavior to predict what we'll do
Jun 15, 2009
Robot of the Week: the Friendliest Little Autonomous Explorer
A low-tech alternative to GPS
Jun 02, 2009
Robots Borrow Hydro-Repelling Tech from Insect Legs to Walk on Water
Coming soon: surfaces that never need cleaning, and the messiahbot
