AgiBot is using AI-powered robots to do new manufacturing tasks. Smarter machines may transform physical labor in China.

Humans have never made great inspectors. They can be inconsistent and inefficient. Robots, on the other hand, are emerging as ...

The TU Delft researchers said their algorithm enables drones to carry heavier payloads together, even in windy conditions.

AI robots are being trained on data from real humans who record themselves doing chores for a living. But they’re not doing ...

On a metallic door in San Francisco’s Mission District, a single character—“π”—offers a cryptic clue as to the virtuous circle of labor taking place beyond. The door opens to reveal furious activity ...

Plenty of companies have demoed home robots, but few, if any, have actually been released. The truth is that even the most advanced robots aren't very good at interacting with objects and environments ...

Many industrial processes and household tasks currently completed by humans entail the manipulation of textiles, including clothes, sheets, towels, cloths and other fabric-based objects. Most robotic ...

As AI evolves beyond algorithms and computational benchmarks, focus has shifted to real-world implementation. Robotics—especially humanoid robots—has emerged as one of the most promising vectors for ...

Companies across sectors have invested in AI at some of their new manufacturing sites. AI can help to increase production, predict machine breakdowns, and forecast demand. This article is part of "How ...