Video of a robot-like waitress serving at a Chinese restaurant has left the internet confused, about whether it’s an actual robot or a woman. Watch in for more details!

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To address the growing issue of space debris, startup - Astroscale - has made a robotic arm, set to venture into space. With over 10,000 tons of debris and around 40,000 objects orbitting earth in space has become a major issue.

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The global arms race is heating up and many countries are investing heavily in defence technologies. Chinese scientists have found robotic dogs can fire a machine gun with the accuracy of a skilled shooter during testing. Watch in for more details!

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Inspired by the idea of using AI in education, the KTCT Higher Secondary School, an educational endeavour of Kaduvayil Thangal Charitable Trust, in collaboration with MakerLabs Edutech Private Limited, introduced Iris, Kerala's first AI teacher. Watch in for more details!

India: Kerala introduces its first humanoid robot teacher

In the Indian state of Kerala, an unconventional development has tranformed the classroom experience for students. Now, imagine having a teacher who could effortlesly explain everything under the sun. Watch the video to know more.

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Meet Saetta, the newest member of Italy's military police force also known as the Carabinier police force. The four-legged recruit is the first police robot dog in Europe and will be part of the Italian military bomb squad. Watch to know more!

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Italy's military police unveil robot dog 'Saetta'

The robust growth of the robotics industry in North America has encountered a significant setback. Data reveals a 30% decline in robot orders last year, marking the largest drop in five years.

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India’s female robot astronaut Vyommitra will fly into space ahead of Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) ambitious Gaganyaan mission – the country’s manned space flight carrying Indian astronauts into space – said the Union minister of science and technology, on Sunday (Feb 4).

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A robot has been taught to read Braille and artificial intelligence shows promise in enhancing ovarian cancer diagnosis; the past week witnessed numerous exciting tech developments and we bring you the most interesting ones in our tech wrap.

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<p>The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is all set to send a surgical robot and a 3D metal printer to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Northrop Grumman’s 20th commercial resupply services mission. The Cygnus cargo spacecraft, scheduled for launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in late January, will carry out scientific investigations that include testing a 3D metal printer, semiconductor manufacturing, and thermal protection systems for Earth reentry.</p>

<p>Speaking over 3D metal printing in space, Rob Postema of European Space Agency (ESA) stated, “This investigation provides us with an initial understanding of how such a printer behaves in space.”</p>

<p>The study is aimed to uncover differences in printing in space compared to Earth and explore the range of shapes achievable. The insights gained could revolutionise long-duration space missions, enabling on-the-go creation of equipment parts, thereby reducing the need for extensive pre-planning and saving resources for future lunar and Martian exploration.</p>

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<p>“A 3D printer can create many shapes, and we plan to print specimens, first to understand how printing in space may differ from printing on Earth and second to see what types of shapes we can print with this technology. In addition, this activity helps show how crew members can work safely and efficiently with printing metal parts in space,”&nbsp;Postema added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Airbus Defence and Space SAS, under contract with ESA, is spearheading this investigation, NASA said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Surgical procedures beyond Earth</h2>

<p>While, the Robotic Surgery Tech Demo will evaluate the performance of a remotely controlled robot capable of conducting surgical procedures in space.</p>

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<p>Virtual Incision Corporation in collaboration with the University of Nebraska is leading the investigation where the small robot will use two "hands" to mimic surgical actions, with the goal of assessing the impact of microgravity and time delays between space and ground on surgical procedures.</p>

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<p>"Results from this investigation could support the development of robotic systems to perform these procedures,” NASA said.&nbsp;With longer space missions on the horizon, the need for surgical capabilities in space becomes crucial.&nbsp;</p>

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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is all set to send a surgical robot and a 3D metal printer to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Northrop Grumman’s 20th commercial resupply services mission.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is all set to send a surgical robot and a 3D metal printer to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of Northrop Grumman’s 20th commercial resupply services mission. The Cygnus cargo spacecraft, scheduled for launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in late January, will carry out scientific investigations that include testing a 3D metal printer, semiconductor manufacturing, and thermal protection systems for Earth reentry. Speaking over 3D metal printing in space, Rob Postema of European Space Agency (ESA) stated, “This investigation provides us with an initial understanding of how such a printer behaves in space.” The study is aimed to uncover differences in printing in space compared to Earth and explore the range of shapes achievable. The insights gained could revolutionise long-duration space missions, enabling on-the-go creation of equipment parts, thereby reducing the need for extensive pre-planning and saving resources for future lunar and Martian exploration. Also Read | NASA regains contact with Ingenuity helicopter on Mars after unexpected outage “A 3D printer can create many shapes, and we plan to print specimens, first to understand how printing in space may differ from printing on Earth and second to see what types of shapes we can print with this technology. In addition, this activity helps show how crew members can work safely and efficiently with printing metal parts in space,” Postema added. Airbus Defence and Space SAS, under contract with ESA, is spearheading this investigation, NASA said. Surgical procedures beyond Earth While, the Robotic Surgery Tech Demo will evaluate the performance of a remotely controlled robot capable of conducting surgical procedures in space. Also Read | Scientists unveil secrets of imagination, memory formation with Artificial Intelligence Virtual Incision Corporation in collaboration with the University of Nebraska is leading the investigation where the small robot will use two "hands" to mimic surgical actions, with the goal of assessing the impact of microgravity and time delays between space and ground on surgical procedures. Watch | NASA unveils X-59 plane to test supersonic flight over US cities × "Results from this investigation could support the development of robotic systems to perform these procedures,” NASA said. With longer space missions on the horizon, the need for surgical capabilities in space becomes crucial. (With inputs from agencies)

NASA gears up to send surgical robot, 3D metal printing to space station

<p>Innovation meets nature. A new innovative plant-inspired robot has been developed that climbs up structures just like climbing vines. This new innovation is named as FiloBot and has been developed by Emmanuela Dle Dottore and her team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The team utilises a combination of plant behaviours like phototropism, negative phototropism and gravitropism and utilises these naturally occurring behaviours in high-tech robots.</p>

<p>The tests for FiloBot have been successful and displayed remarkable adaptability that adjusts its growth trajectory dynamically in response to moving light intensity.</p>

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<h2><strong>FiloBot: Nature-inspired robot that can revolutionise robotics&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>FiloBot is different from conventional climbing robots as it doesn’t depend on pre-programmed movements. It instead absorbs 3D printing filament through its head and extends its length over time, just like a creeper.</p>

<p>"By equipping autonomous systems with transportable additive manufacturing techniques merged with bioinspired behavioural strategies, future robots can navigate unstructured and dynamic environments and even be capable of self-building infrastructure,”&nbsp;emphasised Del Dottore.</p>

<p>This new innovation has opened new potential impact of technology that can be applied in robotics, where adaptability and responsiveness redefine the capabilities of climbing robots.</p>

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<p>Similar innovation has been led by Jessica Burgner-Kahrs at the University of Toronto Mississauga where her team has been working on developing snake-like robots that can be utilised in medical surgeries.</p>

<p>These robots are designed to be slender, flexible and extensible hands that could enable doctors to access difficult-to-reach places within the human body, offering a significant advancement in medical procedures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If these robots are developed to their full potential, they can revolutionise the medical field by navigating intricate paths around vital tissues, making previously inoperable cases feasible.</p>

<p>Burgner-Kahrs highlights the transformative impact, stating, "Previously inoperable brain tumours might suddenly become operable."</p>

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<p>The development extends to semi-autonomous models, which, guided by surgeons, could use sensors to avoid obstacles, enhancing the precision and safety of surgeries.</p>

<p>A similar snake-like robot was unveiled by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), which was specifically crafted to work on rough terrains of our solar system’s planets and moons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The robot named Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor (EELS 1.0) is engineered to navigate diverse landscapes, including ice, sand, cliff walls, deep craters and lava tubes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>All these developments in plant-inspired and snake-like robots are significant steps in robotics that are inspired by nature and developed in labs.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Innovation meets nature. A new innovative plant-inspired robot has been developed that climbs up structures just like climbing vines. This new innovation is named as FiloBot and has been developed by Emmanuela Dle Dottore and her team.

Innovation meets nature. A new innovative plant-inspired robot has been developed that climbs up structures just like climbing vines. This new innovation is named as FiloBot and has been developed by Emmanuela Dle Dottore and her team. The team utilises a combination of plant behaviours like phototropism, negative phototropism and gravitropism and utilises these naturally occurring behaviours in high-tech robots. The tests for FiloBot have been successful and displayed remarkable adaptability that adjusts its growth trajectory dynamically in response to moving light intensity. Also Read | NASA’s orbiter ‘pings’ ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon FiloBot: Nature-inspired robot that can revolutionise robotics FiloBot is different from conventional climbing robots as it doesn’t depend on pre-programmed movements. It instead absorbs 3D printing filament through its head and extends its length over time, just like a creeper. "By equipping autonomous systems with transportable additive manufacturing techniques merged with bioinspired behavioural strategies, future robots can navigate unstructured and dynamic environments and even be capable of self-building infrastructure,” emphasised Del Dottore. This new innovation has opened new potential impact of technology that can be applied in robotics, where adaptability and responsiveness redefine the capabilities of climbing robots. Also Read | Turkey’s first astronaut launched on flight to International Space Station Similar innovation has been led by Jessica Burgner-Kahrs at the University of Toronto Mississauga where her team has been working on developing snake-like robots that can be utilised in medical surgeries. These robots are designed to be slender, flexible and extensible hands that could enable doctors to access difficult-to-reach places within the human body, offering a significant advancement in medical procedures. If these robots are developed to their full potential, they can revolutionise the medical field by navigating intricate paths around vital tissues, making previously inoperable cases feasible. Burgner-Kahrs highlights the transformative impact, stating, "Previously inoperable brain tumours might suddenly become operable." Also Read | Japan's 'Moon Sniper' successfully lands on lunar surface, but solar cells not generating power The development extends to semi-autonomous models, which, guided by surgeons, could use sensors to avoid obstacles, enhancing the precision and safety of surgeries. A similar snake-like robot was unveiled by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), which was specifically crafted to work on rough terrains of our solar system’s planets and moons. The robot named Exobiology Extant Life Surveyor (EELS 1.0) is engineered to navigate diverse landscapes, including ice, sand, cliff walls, deep craters and lava tubes. All these developments in plant-inspired and snake-like robots are significant steps in robotics that are inspired by nature and developed in labs. (With inputs from agencies)

FiloBot, a plant-inspired robot that shoots up like a vine plant

<p>Robots are the future, yet, many warn that the technology is a danger to humans. Lending weight to this warning, in a shocking incident, at Tesla's Giga Texas factory near Austin, a malfunctioning robot reportedly attacked an engineer.</p>

<p>As per a Daily Mail report, the incident occurred on November 10, 2021, in the section of the factory floor where the vehicle chassis is initially assembled.</p>

<p>The incident adds to concerns about workplace safety and the risks associated with automation.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The injuries</strong></h2>

<p>Witnesses reported that the robot, designed to grab and move freshly cast aluminium car parts, pinned the Tesla engineer, who was programming software for other robots nearby. The engineer suffered injuries to his back and arm, leaving a "trail of blood" on the factory surface.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident happened a couple of years back and was disclosed in a 2021 injury report filed by Tesla with the Travis County and federal regulators.</p>

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<p>The injury report, submitted to maintain tax breaks in Texas, claimed that the engineer did not require time off work.</p>

<p>A brief entry makes mention of a "laceration, cut, open wound" suffered by an "engineer", and identifies the "cause object" as a "robot".</p>

<h2><strong>Is it all good?</strong></h2>

<p>As per the report, an attorney representing Tesla's Giga Texas contract workers has flagged concerns about under-reported injuries at the factory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an interview with Daily Mail, attorney Hannah Alexander stated that Tesla's reports to the authorities did not accurately reflect instances of injuries. Alexander, who works with the non-profit Workers Defense Project, cited her conversation with factory workers as proof.</p>

<p>As&nbsp;per Alexander, the under-reporting stretches to a worker's death on September 28, 2021. However, as per a report from the Travis County medical examiner, the worker, a contractor named Antelmo Ramírez, died of heat stroke. This reportedly happened while the construction worker was helping build Tesla's over 2,000-acre-long Giga Texas factory.</p>

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<p>"My advice would be to read that report with a grain of salt," she said.</p>

<p>"We've had multiple workers who were injured," said Alexander, adding, "and one worker who died, whose injuries or death are not in these reports that Tesla is supposed to be accurately completing and submitting to the county in order to get tax incentives."</p>

<p>Tesla is yet to release a statement on the issue.</p>

<h2><strong>Tesla's sub-par safety standards</strong></h2>

<p>Last year, the Workers Defense Project filed a complaint on behalf of workers at Giga Texas&nbsp;with the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It alleged that Tesla's contractors and subcontractors gave some hires false safety certificates.</p>

<p>Previously, state regulators and investigative journalism non-profits have also voiced similar concerns about Tesla under-reporting cases.</p>

<p>An earlier report by the Center for Investigative Reporting's Reveal team found that to evade state regulators, Tesla had misclassified a number of on-the-job accidents and injuries as 'personal medical' cases.</p>

<p>Another report by California OSHA investigators found that, in 2018 alone, the company left out 36 injuries in its mandatory government filing.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Robots are the future, yet, many warn that the technology is a danger to humans. Lending weight to this warning, in a shocking incident, at Tesla's Giga Texas factory near Austin, a malfunctioning robot reportedly attacked an engineer.

Robots are the future, yet, many warn that the technology is a danger to humans. Lending weight to this warning, in a shocking incident, at Tesla's Giga Texas factory near Austin, a malfunctioning robot reportedly attacked an engineer. As per a Daily Mail report, the incident occurred on November 10, 2021, in the section of the factory floor where the vehicle chassis is initially assembled. The incident adds to concerns about workplace safety and the risks associated with automation. The injuries Witnesses reported that the robot, designed to grab and move freshly cast aluminium car parts, pinned the Tesla engineer, who was programming software for other robots nearby. The engineer suffered injuries to his back and arm, leaving a "trail of blood" on the factory surface. The incident happened a couple of years back and was disclosed in a 2021 injury report filed by Tesla with the Travis County and federal regulators. Also read | Research team converts human cells into ‘bots’ that repaired tissue damage The injury report, submitted to maintain tax breaks in Texas, claimed that the engineer did not require time off work. A brief entry makes mention of a "laceration, cut, open wound" suffered by an "engineer", and identifies the "cause object" as a "robot". Is it all good? As per the report, an attorney representing Tesla's Giga Texas contract workers has flagged concerns about under-reported injuries at the factory. In an interview with Daily Mail, attorney Hannah Alexander stated that Tesla's reports to the authorities did not accurately reflect instances of injuries. Alexander, who works with the non-profit Workers Defense Project, cited her conversation with factory workers as proof. As per Alexander, the under-reporting stretches to a worker's death on September 28, 2021. However, as per a report from the Travis County medical examiner, the worker, a contractor named Antelmo Ramírez, died of heat stroke. This reportedly happened while the construction worker was helping build Tesla's over 2,000-acre-long Giga Texas factory. Also read | Scientists develop wireless charger that can be fitted inside human body, dissolve later "My advice would be to read that report with a grain of salt," she said. "We've had multiple workers who were injured," said Alexander, adding, "and one worker who died, whose injuries or death are not in these reports that Tesla is supposed to be accurately completing and submitting to the county in order to get tax incentives." Tesla is yet to release a statement on the issue. Tesla's sub-par safety standards Last year, the Workers Defense Project filed a complaint on behalf of workers at Giga Texas with the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). It alleged that Tesla's contractors and subcontractors gave some hires false safety certificates. Previously, state regulators and investigative journalism non-profits have also voiced similar concerns about Tesla under-reporting cases. An earlier report by the Center for Investigative Reporting's Reveal team found that to evade state regulators, Tesla had misclassified a number of on-the-job accidents and injuries as 'personal medical' cases. Another report by California OSHA investigators found that, in 2018 alone, the company left out 36 injuries in its mandatory government filing. (With inputs from agencies)

Robot at Tesla's Texas factory attacks engineer, leaving a 'trail of blood': Report

Tesla robot malfunctions, brutally attacks engineer

Tesla introduces a cutting-edge humanoid robot, while Meta grapples with a legal dispute over unauthorized use of copyrighted books. Catch all the latest tech buzz in our weekly Tech Wrap.

Optimus Gen 2: Tesla's new humanoid robot

IHMC Robotics Lab, in collaboration with Boardwalk Robotics, recently unveiled the robot's prowess by showcasing Nadia engaging in a sparring session with a human opponent.

Nadia: Humanoid Robot packs a punch against opponent

<p>In a rarely-heard accident, a robot crushed a man to death in South Korea after it was not able to differentiate him from the food boxes it was handling, stated media reports.<br />
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The incident took place when the man,&nbsp;an employee in a robotics company and in his 40s, was carrying out the inspection of the robot.</p>

<h2><strong>Robot confused man with a box of vegetables</strong></h2>

<p>The robotic arm took the man for a box of vegetables and grabbed him mistakenly. It then pushed him over the conveyor belt which led to his face and chest getting crushed by the machine, stated South Korean news agency Yonhap.<br />
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The man was rushed to the hospital, however, he later succumbed to his injuries.</p>

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<p>As reported by Yonhap, the robot was given the responsibility of picking boxes of peppers and shifting them onto pallets.<br />
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The man was checking the sensor operations of the robot before its test run at the pepper sorting plant located in South Gyeongsang province which was to be held on Wednesday (Nov 8), stated the agency while quoting police.<br />
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Originally, the test had to be carried out on November 6 but was postponed to two days because of problems with the sensor of the robot.</p>

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<p>The man, who worked in a company which manufactured the robotic arm, was running checks on various machines late into the night on Wednesday when the robot malfunctioned.<br />
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After the incident, an official from the Donggoseong Export Agricultural Complex, in a statement, said that there is a need to establish a "precise and safe" system.<br />
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The Donggoseong Export Agricultural Complex is the owner of the plant. In March, a South Korean man, who was in his 50s, was seriously injured after a robot trapped him when he was working at an automobile parts manufacturing plant.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a rarely-heard accident, a robot crushed a man to death in South Korea after it was not able to differentiate him from the food boxes it was handling, stated media reports.

In a rarely-heard accident, a robot crushed a man to death in South Korea after it was not able to differentiate him from the food boxes it was handling, stated media reports. The incident took place when the man, an employee in a robotics company and in his 40s, was carrying out the inspection of the robot. Robot confused man with a box of vegetables The robotic arm took the man for a box of vegetables and grabbed him mistakenly. It then pushed him over the conveyor belt which led to his face and chest getting crushed by the machine, stated South Korean news agency Yonhap. The man was rushed to the hospital, however, he later succumbed to his injuries. ALSO READ | Humanoid robots to shape future of Chinese economy? Ministry hints so As reported by Yonhap, the robot was given the responsibility of picking boxes of peppers and shifting them onto pallets. The man was checking the sensor operations of the robot before its test run at the pepper sorting plant located in South Gyeongsang province which was to be held on Wednesday (Nov 8), stated the agency while quoting police. Originally, the test had to be carried out on November 6 but was postponed to two days because of problems with the sensor of the robot. WATCH | Dark side of Artificial Intelligence The man, who worked in a company which manufactured the robotic arm, was running checks on various machines late into the night on Wednesday when the robot malfunctioned. After the incident, an official from the Donggoseong Export Agricultural Complex, in a statement, said that there is a need to establish a "precise and safe" system. The Donggoseong Export Agricultural Complex is the owner of the plant. In March, a South Korean man, who was in his 50s, was seriously injured after a robot trapped him when he was working at an automobile parts manufacturing plant. (With inputs from agencies)

Technology devouring humans? Robot crushes man to death in South Korea

We show you a giant robot that could prove to be of help in many situations. Watch this story to find out what this robot is and what it can do.

Massive robot for disaster relief operations

Over the last 24 months, Tsubame Industries has been working on a four-wheeled, 4.5-meter (14.8-foot) tall robot that bears a little similarity to "Mobile Suit Gundam" from the immensely popular Japanese animation series. The robot is scheduled to make its debut at the Japan Mobility Show in late October. Afterwards, Tsubame Industries intends to sell the robot in five units for a total of 400 million yen ($2.7 million) apiece. The robot, named ARCHAX after the bird-like dinosaur Archaeopteryx, is equipped with cockpit monitors that project pictures from external cameras. This allows the pilot to control the robot's hands and arms using joysticks from inside its body.

Japan startup develops a giant human-piloted robot

<p>Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, the General Presidency of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has introduced a unique "guidance robot" designed to provide assistance to pilgrims and Umrah performers within the premises of the Grand Mosque, Gulf News reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>AI robots have emerged as remarkable tools for human assistance, seamlessly offering support in both professional and personal domains. Now, this advanced robot is designed to handle various tasks related to rituals and other guidance. It also aids in facilitating fatwa operations by offering instructions.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The robot is capable of providing simultaneous translations and communicating with experts who remotely assist in addressing queries.</p>

<h2><strong>Multilingual support</strong></h2>

<p>The robot offers its services in 11 languages, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of visitors. These languages include Arabic, English, French, Russian, and Chinese.</p>

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<p>The robot is equipped with a 21-inch touch screen that provides a range of services by enhancing the experience of visitors to the Grand Mosque.</p>

<h2><strong>Innovative design and mobility</strong></h2>

<p>With mobility as a key consideration, the robot boasts a design that emphasises movement within the Grand Mosque. It also incorporates four wheels along with a smart parking system to enable quick and convenient navigation.</p>

<p>Moreover, the robot is equipped with front and bottom cameras featuring high-resolution capabilities, allowing it to capture details of surroundings.</p>

<h2><strong>Immersive audio and connectivity</strong></h2>

<p>To ensure seamless communication, the robot features enhanced audio components such as clear sound speakers and a high-quality microphone. Operating on a high-speed 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, the robot also enables swift and efficient data transmission.</p>

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<p>AI robots have made significant advancements in various industries, transforming the way tasks are accomplished. With the integration of artificial intelligence, these robots are a perfect blend of tradition with technological advancements.&nbsp;</p>

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Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, the General Presidency of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has introduced a unique "guidance robot" designed to provide assistance to pilgrims and Umrah performers within the premises of the Grand Mosque, Gulf News reported.

Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, the General Presidency of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has introduced a unique "guidance robot" designed to provide assistance to pilgrims and Umrah performers within the premises of the Grand Mosque, Gulf News reported. AI robots have emerged as remarkable tools for human assistance, seamlessly offering support in both professional and personal domains. Now, this advanced robot is designed to handle various tasks related to rituals and other guidance. It also aids in facilitating fatwa operations by offering instructions. Also Read | Niger regime leader 'open to explore diplomacy' The robot is capable of providing simultaneous translations and communicating with experts who remotely assist in addressing queries. Multilingual support The robot offers its services in 11 languages, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of visitors. These languages include Arabic, English, French, Russian, and Chinese. Also Read | At least one killed, several injured after attack on Shiite Muslim shrine in Iran: Reports The robot is equipped with a 21-inch touch screen that provides a range of services by enhancing the experience of visitors to the Grand Mosque. Innovative design and mobility With mobility as a key consideration, the robot boasts a design that emphasises movement within the Grand Mosque. It also incorporates four wheels along with a smart parking system to enable quick and convenient navigation. Moreover, the robot is equipped with front and bottom cameras featuring high-resolution capabilities, allowing it to capture details of surroundings. Immersive audio and connectivity To ensure seamless communication, the robot features enhanced audio components such as clear sound speakers and a high-quality microphone. Operating on a high-speed 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, the robot also enables swift and efficient data transmission. WATCH | Chinese vessel prepares to dock to Colombo × AI robots have made significant advancements in various industries, transforming the way tasks are accomplished. With the integration of artificial intelligence, these robots are a perfect blend of tradition with technological advancements. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>In a first, South Korea's national orchestra was conducted by an android robot that stunned the sold-out crowd in Seoul on June 30. The audience was awestruck after the flawless performance by the robot in place of a human maestro.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The South Korea-made robot called EveR 6 was designed by the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology. It has a humanoid face and was programmed to replicate the movements of a human conductor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before starting the performance in front of nearly 1,000 people, it bowed to the audience. The orchestra was playing traditional Korean instruments. To make it more like humans, the robot even started waving its arms to control the tempo when it was performing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Three of the five pieces played by the orchestra were guided by EveR 6, one of which was jointly led by a human conductor, named Choi Soo-yeoul.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As quoted by BBC, Choi Soo-yeoul said: "Movements by a conductor are very detailed. The robot was able to present such detailed moves, much better than I had imagined."</p>

<p>He added, "I think it was a recital that showed that (robots and humans) can co-exist and complement each other, rather than one replacing the other."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The human conductor Choi also explained one disadvantage of EveR 6 as he said that it never listens.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, "EveR 6's critical weakness is that it cannot listen. What was a bit interesting during the rehearsal was that I and other musicians were making a lot of efforts to understand the robot as we knew it could not listen, which made us feel like we were connecting to it."&nbsp;</p>

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In a first, South Korea's national orchestra was conducted by an android robot that stunned the sold-out crowd in Seoul on June 30. The audience was awestruck after the flawless performance by the robot in place of a human maestro.

In a first, South Korea's national orchestra was conducted by an android robot that stunned the sold-out crowd in Seoul on June 30. The audience was awestruck after the flawless performance by the robot in place of a human maestro. The South Korea-made robot called EveR 6 was designed by the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology. It has a humanoid face and was programmed to replicate the movements of a human conductor. Before starting the performance in front of nearly 1,000 people, it bowed to the audience. The orchestra was playing traditional Korean instruments. To make it more like humans, the robot even started waving its arms to control the tempo when it was performing. Three of the five pieces played by the orchestra were guided by EveR 6, one of which was jointly led by a human conductor, named Choi Soo-yeoul. VIDEO: 🇰🇷 Orchestra-conducting robot wows audience in South Korea The robot made its debut as an orchestra conductor in front a sell-out crowd in Seoul. Named "EveR 6", the five-foot-ten-inch (1.8m) automaton guided more than 60 musicians playing traditional instruments pic.twitter.com/ujuQi5m3yE — AFP News Agency (@AFP) July 1, 2023 × As quoted by BBC, Choi Soo-yeoul said: "Movements by a conductor are very detailed. The robot was able to present such detailed moves, much better than I had imagined." He added, "I think it was a recital that showed that (robots and humans) can co-exist and complement each other, rather than one replacing the other." The human conductor Choi also explained one disadvantage of EveR 6 as he said that it never listens. He said, "EveR 6's critical weakness is that it cannot listen. What was a bit interesting during the rehearsal was that I and other musicians were making a lot of efforts to understand the robot as we knew it could not listen, which made us feel like we were connecting to it." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Engineered Arts, a UK-based company, has developed a humanoid robot named Ameca that possesses remarkable abilities. This advanced robot can detect sounds, recognise speech in multiple languages, and express emotions through its lifelike facial movements. Its conversational skills are so natural that it resembles interacting with a human being.</p>

<p>Dubbed the "Future Face of Robotics" by Engineered Arts, Ameca's human-like appearance can be quite unsettling to some.&nbsp;Its facial expressions, particularly its smiles, are one of the most eerie aspects but also truly impressive at the same time.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It is fascinating to see how robotic technology has progressed to the point where such a wide range of human facial expressions can be achieved. As the pinnacle of human-robotics technology, it stands as the world's most advanced humanoid robot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Specifically designed as a platform for future robotics development, Ameca is an ideal candidate for human-robot interactions.</p>

<p>Ameca's artificial intelligence and machine learning systems can be tested and refined using the powerful Tritium robot operating system.&nbsp;Its hardware is a product of Engineered Arts' own research in humanoid robotics and is built upon advanced Mesmer technology.</p>

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<p>In addition to their role as a development platform, these robots can captivate customers and visitors at events or attractions. Engineered Arts ensures the reliability of their robots, building them to withstand real-world usage rather than just laboratory environments.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The modular architecture of Ameca allows for future physical and software upgrades, enhancing its capabilities without the need for purchasing an entirely new robot.</p>

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<p>Ameca was showcased among hundreds of robots at the 40th IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2023). ICRA served as a platform for showcasing Ameca and other cutting-edge robotic technologies. Held in the UK for the first time, the event brought together renowned academics, researchers, and industry representatives in the field of robotics and automation.</p>

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<p>ICRA 2023 featured various programs, including plenary speeches, workshops, tutorials, competitions, oral sessions, poster sessions, outreach programs, talent access, and business talks. It offered an opportunity for more than 100 industry representatives to push the boundaries of robotics and automation by showcasing their latest technological advancements and equipment.</p>

<p>The event spanned from May 29 to June 2, covering a wide range of topics, from autonomous vehicles to nanorobots and surgical robots. The packed workshop rooms hosted engaging seminars, poster sessions, and panel discussions, making it an enriching experience for attendees.</p>

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Engineered Arts, a UK-based company, has developed a humanoid robot named Ameca that possesses remarkable abilities. This advanced robot can detect sounds, recognise speech in multiple languages, and express emotions through its lifelike facial movements. Its conversational skills are so natural that it resembles interacting with a human being. Dubbed the "Future Face of Robotics" by Engineered Arts, Ameca's human-like appearance can be quite unsettling to some. Its facial expressions, particularly its smiles, are one of the most eerie aspects but also truly impressive at the same time. Also Read | China: Landslide claims 14 lives in Sichuan province, 5 still missing It is fascinating to see how robotic technology has progressed to the point where such a wide range of human facial expressions can be achieved. As the pinnacle of human-robotics technology, it stands as the world's most advanced humanoid robot. Specifically designed as a platform for future robotics development, Ameca is an ideal candidate for human-robot interactions. Ameca's artificial intelligence and machine learning systems can be tested and refined using the powerful Tritium robot operating system. Its hardware is a product of Engineered Arts' own research in humanoid robotics and is built upon advanced Mesmer technology. Meet Ameca, the AI-powered robot who uses OpenAI’s ChatGPT to respond to any question you might have. She was among hundreds of robots on display this week at the International Conference on Robotics and Automation, or ICRA. pic.twitter.com/Um201PsFK5 — The Associated Press (@AP) June 4, 2023 × In addition to their role as a development platform, these robots can captivate customers and visitors at events or attractions. Engineered Arts ensures the reliability of their robots, building them to withstand real-world usage rather than just laboratory environments. Also Read | Earthquake of magnitude 6 jolts Indonesia's Maluku The modular architecture of Ameca allows for future physical and software upgrades, enhancing its capabilities without the need for purchasing an entirely new robot. 40th IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation Ameca was showcased among hundreds of robots at the 40th IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA 2023). ICRA served as a platform for showcasing Ameca and other cutting-edge robotic technologies. Held in the UK for the first time, the event brought together renowned academics, researchers, and industry representatives in the field of robotics and automation. Watch | Chinese astronauts return to Earth | East-Asian space race | World News × ICRA 2023 featured various programs, including plenary speeches, workshops, tutorials, competitions, oral sessions, poster sessions, outreach programs, talent access, and business talks. It offered an opportunity for more than 100 industry representatives to push the boundaries of robotics and automation by showcasing their latest technological advancements and equipment. The event spanned from May 29 to June 2, covering a wide range of topics, from autonomous vehicles to nanorobots and surgical robots. The packed workshop rooms hosted engaging seminars, poster sessions, and panel discussions, making it an enriching experience for attendees. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>A Tokyo-based startup, Preferred Robotics Inc, has introduced a new rectangular robot called "Kachaka" designed for home use.&nbsp;This innovative robot responds to verbal commands and can efficiently deliver various items within the house. Equipped with sensors and a camera, Kachaka attaches to a specially designed table fitted with caster wheels.</p>

<h2><strong>How does Kachaka function?</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>To initiate the delivery process, users simply place the desired object on the table and give a command. Once the command is given, the robot can transport the item to a pre-registered location within the house.&nbsp; Additionally, Kachaka can be programmed to bring books, magazines, or other objects to its owner at specified times.</p>

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<p>The robot's AI technology enables it to analyse camera images, allowing it to detect and avoid obstacles such as walls and furniture, ensuring safe navigation. Although automation is commonly used in controlled environments like factories, Preferred Robotics has focused on developing a robot capable of operating safely at home, even in varying surroundings.</p>

<h2><strong>What is Kachaka capable of?</strong></h2>

<p>Weighing 10 kilograms, Kachaka has a maximum carrying capacity of 20 kg, including the attached table. It can move at a speed of up to 80 centimeters per second, making it efficient and time-saving for household tasks. With more people spending increased time at home, especially for remote work, Preferred Robotics aims to reduce the time spent on chores with the help of their innovative home robot.</p>

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<p>The robot is available with a double or triple-shelf table configuration and is priced starting from 251,800 yen. Users are also required to pay a monthly fee of 980 yen for the robot app.</p>

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<p>Preferred Robotics, a subsidiary of Preferred Networks Inc, is known as one of Japan's "unicorn" companies, a term used to describe unlisted startups valued at over $1 billion.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Since its establishment in 2014, the company has been dedicated to providing AI-driven robotic solutions that enhance human lives through the integration of advanced technology and supercomputers.</p>

<h2><strong>How can AI robots help humans?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>AI robots can act as intelligent personal assistants, helping individuals with tasks, managing schedules, and providing personalised recommendations. These assistants can leverage AI algorithms to understand user preferences, learn from interactions, and provide tailored services across various domains.</p>

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A Tokyo-based startup, Preferred Robotics Inc, has introduced a new rectangular robot called "Kachaka" designed for home use. This innovative robot responds to verbal commands and can efficiently deliver various items within the house. Equipped with sensors and a camera, Kachaka attaches to a specially designed table fitted with caster wheels. How does Kachaka function? To initiate the delivery process, users simply place the desired object on the table and give a command. Once the command is given, the robot can transport the item to a pre-registered location within the house. Additionally, Kachaka can be programmed to bring books, magazines, or other objects to its owner at specified times. Also Read | Mysterious! Venice canal stuns locals as patch takes on fluorescent green hue The robot's AI technology enables it to analyse camera images, allowing it to detect and avoid obstacles such as walls and furniture, ensuring safe navigation. Although automation is commonly used in controlled environments like factories, Preferred Robotics has focused on developing a robot capable of operating safely at home, even in varying surroundings. What is Kachaka capable of? Weighing 10 kilograms, Kachaka has a maximum carrying capacity of 20 kg, including the attached table. It can move at a speed of up to 80 centimeters per second, making it efficient and time-saving for household tasks. With more people spending increased time at home, especially for remote work, Preferred Robotics aims to reduce the time spent on chores with the help of their innovative home robot. Also Read | India secures approval for second hydropower project in Nepal, strengthening bilateral energy cooperation The robot is available with a double or triple-shelf table configuration and is priced starting from 251,800 yen. Users are also required to pay a monthly fee of 980 yen for the robot app. Preferred Robotics Preferred Robotics, a subsidiary of Preferred Networks Inc, is known as one of Japan's "unicorn" companies, a term used to describe unlisted startups valued at over $1 billion. Watch | Turkey Elections 2023: Erdogan back for another five years × Since its establishment in 2014, the company has been dedicated to providing AI-driven robotic solutions that enhance human lives through the integration of advanced technology and supercomputers. How can AI robots help humans? AI robots can act as intelligent personal assistants, helping individuals with tasks, managing schedules, and providing personalised recommendations. These assistants can leverage AI algorithms to understand user preferences, learn from interactions, and provide tailored services across various domains. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Meet 'Kachaka': Japanese startup unveils home robot capable of delivering items through voice commands

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<p>Humans and bots may not be able to co-exist. A video doing the rounds on social media can be proof to it.&nbsp;On Sunday (April 23), the&nbsp;video appeared on Weibo showing a woman&nbsp;aggressively bashing a hospital robot with a club inside the lobby of the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University in Jiangsu Province's Xuzhou, as reported&nbsp;by&nbsp;Jiangxi Morning News.</p>

<p>According to the agency, the hospital's initial evaluation said&nbsp;the woman was suffering from a mental illness.</p>

<p>A hospital employee cited by&nbsp;Boiling Point Video said&nbsp;that&nbsp;the reasons for her behaviour are unknown, and the hospital's security department and information office were in contact with the individual involved. It also reported that police have joined the inquiry.</p>

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<p>The woman can be seen in the footage striking the robot in the head, sending its parts flying. In reaction, staff members can be seen stepping back to take cover. The woman gestures and yells at the robot, then swings at its monitor.</p>

<p>She accuses the robot with her finger and shouts at it again before swiping at its side. She takes two more blows at the robot after pointing and shouting at spectators.</p>

<p>Despite the many dents&nbsp;and components scattered around the floor, the robot manages to swivel its head and lift its arms. The woman was last seen pulling off her jacket, perhaps in preparation for additional punishment before the video cuts off.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Weibo account, <em>Dalian is Good</em>&nbsp;described the woman as wielding the "golden cudgel," a reference to the magical rod used by the Monkey King in the Chinese classical novel "Journey to the West."</p>

<p>Songpinganq, a Twitter user, noted on Monday (April 24) that robots are increasingly being used to make doctor and medical appointments in China, leaving very few nurses to assist patients. "Many find it a frustrating process," claimed the post's author.</p>

<h2><strong>Why China has edge on AI?</strong></h2>

<p>Dictatorships and authoritarian regimes lag behind more democratic and inclusive nations in nurturing cutting-edge, creative technology such as robotics and clean energy.&nbsp;Because of competing interests, artificial intelligence may be an exception, at least in China, as per The Harvard Gazette.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At a recent dean's conference on social science insights into the emergent global power, Harvard Economics Professor David Yang discussed the outsized success of China's AI sector. He highlighted a recent US&nbsp;government list of companies generating the highest accurate facial recognition technology as evidence. The top five were all Chinese firms.</p>

<p>“Autocratic governments would like to be able to predict the whereabouts, thoughts, and behaviors of citizens,” Yang said. “And AI is fundamentally a technology for prediction.” This creates an alignment of purpose between AI technology and autocratic rulers, he argued.</p>

<p>Because AI relies significantly on data, and autocratic governments are known to gather vast amounts of it, this benefits companies with Chinese government contracts, who may then use official data to enhance commercial ventures, he noted.</p>

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Humans and bots may not be able to co-exist. A video doing the rounds on social media can be proof to it. On Sunday (April 23), the video appeared on Weibo showing a woman aggressively bashing a hospital robot with a club inside the lobby of the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University in Jiangsu Province's Xuzhou, as reported by Jiangxi Morning News.

Humans and bots may not be able to co-exist. A video doing the rounds on social media can be proof to it. On Sunday (April 23), the video appeared on Weibo showing a woman aggressively bashing a hospital robot with a club inside the lobby of the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University in Jiangsu Province's Xuzhou, as reported by Jiangxi Morning News. According to the agency, the hospital's initial evaluation said the woman was suffering from a mental illness. A hospital employee cited by Boiling Point Video said that the reasons for her behaviour are unknown, and the hospital's security department and information office were in contact with the individual involved. It also reported that police have joined the inquiry. Rage against the machine: Chinese woman beats hospital robot with 'golden cudgel' https://t.co/XMQMEnMlw9 pic.twitter.com/cBzW54mHTt — Taiwan News (@TaiwanNews886) April 24, 2023 × The woman can be seen in the footage striking the robot in the head, sending its parts flying. In reaction, staff members can be seen stepping back to take cover. The woman gestures and yells at the robot, then swings at its monitor. She accuses the robot with her finger and shouts at it again before swiping at its side. She takes two more blows at the robot after pointing and shouting at spectators. Despite the many dents and components scattered around the floor, the robot manages to swivel its head and lift its arms. The woman was last seen pulling off her jacket, perhaps in preparation for additional punishment before the video cuts off. The Weibo account, Dalian is Good described the woman as wielding the "golden cudgel," a reference to the magical rod used by the Monkey King in the Chinese classical novel "Journey to the West." Songpinganq, a Twitter user, noted on Monday (April 24) that robots are increasingly being used to make doctor and medical appointments in China, leaving very few nurses to assist patients. "Many find it a frustrating process," claimed the post's author. Why China has edge on AI? Dictatorships and authoritarian regimes lag behind more democratic and inclusive nations in nurturing cutting-edge, creative technology such as robotics and clean energy. Because of competing interests, artificial intelligence may be an exception, at least in China, as per The Harvard Gazette. At a recent dean's conference on social science insights into the emergent global power, Harvard Economics Professor David Yang discussed the outsized success of China's AI sector. He highlighted a recent US government list of companies generating the highest accurate facial recognition technology as evidence. The top five were all Chinese firms. “Autocratic governments would like to be able to predict the whereabouts, thoughts, and behaviors of citizens,” Yang said. “And AI is fundamentally a technology for prediction.” This creates an alignment of purpose between AI technology and autocratic rulers, he argued. Because AI relies significantly on data, and autocratic governments are known to gather vast amounts of it, this benefits companies with Chinese government contracts, who may then use official data to enhance commercial ventures, he noted. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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