AI is transforming waste management with smart bins, robots, efficient routes, etc. These modern technologies improve recycling accuracy, reduce landfill waste, and cut costs. AI could play a vital role in waste management. Know more below. 

AI is transforming waste management with smart bins, robots, efficient routes, etc. These modern technologies improve recycling accuracy, reduce landfill waste, and cut costs. AI could play a vital role in waste management. Know more below.&nbsp;

AI in waste management: Can AI solve the world’s waste crisis?

Here are the AI-enabled military robots like MQ-9 Reaper, Uran-9, THeMIS, India’s Robotic Mule, and Goalkeeper CIWS are in real battlefield use. These robots improve defence, carry out high-risk jobs, and mark a new age of warfare. 

Here are the AI-enabled military robots like MQ-9 Reaper, Uran-9, THeMIS, India’s Robotic Mule, and Goalkeeper CIWS are in real battlefield use. These robots improve defence, carry out high-risk jobs, and mark a new age of warfare.&nbsp;

5 AI-enabled military robots already in battlefield use

China recently kicked off its first robot football tournament, in which three robots were assigned to each side. While AI might be after our jobs, sportspeople don't seem to be at risk of being replaced at all. Two of the six robots underwent so much strain at the tournament that they had to be carried off on stretchers. The robots were controlled by AI and just could not figure out, to save their lives, what they had to do. They barely moved, crashed into each other and fell over repeatedly. The ball was barely touched during the entire match. However, the man whose company provided the robots believes they will improve in the coming years, Global Times reported.Cheng Hao, founder of Booster Robotics, said that the robots have the skills of five to sis year old children. In fact, he believes that the robots could one day play against humans. However, with the amount of hitting and bumping and falls the robots experienced, the company would have to make them almost experts at the game before humans can take the field against them. Otherwise, it will be a carnage out there on the football field.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;<h2>China robot football tournament</h2>&nbsp;The ROBO league football tournament was organised in Beijing as a test game ahead of China's upcoming 2025 World Humanoid Games. Four teams of engineers participated and built AI strategies to make the robots shoot, pass and do other football-related acts. The tournament was won by THU Robotics from Tsinghua University, who defeated the Mountain Sea from China Agricultural University 5-3.The problem with the robots was "dynamic obstacle avoidance", which meant that despite only moving one metre per second, they could not figure out that the other player was also moving and crashed into them. Seeing what was happening on the field, the rules had to be altered to allow more "non-malicious collisions". The robots kept falling down. Sometimes they got back up on their own, while at other times people had to help them stand back up. At one point, two robots started to trample a fallen robot, and the referee had to physically hold them back.&nbsp;<h2>Sports and robots</h2>&nbsp;Sports have become a testbed for robots in China. Recently, a kickboxing match was organised between robots developed by Unitree Robotics as part of the China Media Group World Robot Competition. In another tournament, 21 robots competed in the Yizhuang half marathon alongside thousands of humans.&nbsp;

Robots had a 3 on 3 football match in China recently, and the results were disastrous. The robots crashed into each other, trampled a teammate and sustained so much damage that two of them had to be carried on a stretcher. 

China recently kicked off its first robot football tournament, in which three robots were assigned to each side. While AI might be after our jobs, sportspeople don't seem to be at risk of being replaced at all. Two of the six robots underwent so much strain at the tournament that they had to be carried off on stretchers. The robots were controlled by AI and just could not figure out, to save their lives, what they had to do. They barely moved, crashed into each other and fell over repeatedly. The ball was barely touched during the entire match. However, the man whose company provided the robots believes they will improve in the coming years, Global Times reported. Cheng Hao, founder of Booster Robotics, said that the robots have the skills of five to sis year old children. In fact, he believes that the robots could one day play against humans. However, with the amount of hitting and bumping and falls the robots experienced, the company would have to make them almost experts at the game before humans can take the field against them. Otherwise, it will be a carnage out there on the football field.

Robots had a 3 on 3 football match in China recently, and the results were disastrous. The robots crashed into each other, trampled a teammate and sustained so much damage that two of them had to be carried on a stretcher.&nbsp;

CRASH, TRAMPLE, REPEAT: Robots carried off on stretchers at ROBO football match in China

The world’s first jet-powered flying humanoid robot has successfully taken its first flight. This was made possible by researchers in Italy who published their observations and achievements in Nature Communications Engineering. The robot, iRonCub3, lifted off the ground by about 50 cm and remained stable for the entire duration. The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) achieved a major breakthrough in humanoid robotics. iRonCub3 has been built for real-world environments. The entire project took the scientists two years, including the latest testing.The Italian scientists noted that in the latest experiments, the robot lifted approximately 50 cm off the ground while maintaining stability. This paves the way for the future development of flying robots that can work like humans but take flight for various tasks. The team analysed the robot’s complex aerodynamics and created an advanced control system for managing its interconnected parts.To create the flying humanoid robots, IIT roboticists in Genoa, Italy, collaborated with Alex Zanotti’s team at the DAER Aerodynamics Laboratory at the Polytechnic of Milan, where they carried out extensive wind tunnel tests. They also got together with Gianluca Iaccarino’s group at Stanford University, where "deep learning algorithms were developed to model aerodynamics," SciTech Daily reported.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/giant-comet-from-oort-cloud-spotted-moving-at-insane-speed-inside-solar-system-will-it-reach-earth-1750829164659">Giant comet from Oort cloud spotted moving at insane speed inside solar system. Will it reach Earth?</a>&nbsp;

The goal of the project, led by the Artificial and Mechanical Intelligence (AMI) Lab at IIT under Daniele Pucci, is to integrate walking and flying functions into humanoid robots to enable them to navigate unstructured and extreme environments. iRonCub3 was built on the latest version of the iCub humanoid robot, known as iCub3.“This research is radically different from traditional humanoid robotics and forced us to make a substantial leap forward with respect to the state of the art,” Daniele Pucci said. "Here, thermodynamics plays a pivotal role — the emission gases from the turbines reach 700°C and flow at nearly the speed of sound. Aerodynamics must be evaluated in real-time, while control systems must handle both slow joint actuators and fast jet turbines. Testing these robots is as fascinating as it is dangerous, and there is no room for improvisation."The humanoid robot uses four jet engines to fly. Two of them are mounted on its arms, and two on a jetpack attached to its back. In the earlier version, the iCub robot's hardware was modified with a new titanium spine and protective heat-resistant covers to make this possible. The entire robot weighs around 70 kilograms, and it can hover and carry out controlled flight manoeuvres even in unsuitable conditions, such as during wind disturbances.

The World's first flying humanoid robot lifted off the ground in Italy. It took off approximately 50 cm off the ground while maintaining stability. 

The world’s first jet-powered flying humanoid robot has successfully taken its first flight. This was made possible by researchers in Italy who published their observations and achievements in Nature Communications Engineering. The robot, iRonCub3, lifted off the ground by about 50 cm and remained stable for the entire duration. The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) achieved a major breakthrough in humanoid robotics. iRonCub3 has been built for real-world environments. The entire project took the scientists two years, including the latest testing. The Italian scientists noted that in the latest experiments, the robot lifted approximately 50 cm off the ground while maintaining stability. This paves the way for the future development of flying robots that can work like humans but take flight for various tasks. The team analysed the robot’s complex aerodynamics and created an advanced control system for managing its interconnected parts. To create the flying humanoid robots, IIT roboticists in Genoa, Italy, collaborated with Alex Zanotti’s team at the DAER Aerodynamics Laboratory at the Polytechnic of Milan, where they carried out extensive wind tunnel tests. They also got together with Gianluca Iaccarino’s group at Stanford University, where "deep learning algorithms were developed to model aerodynamics," SciTech Daily reported. Also Read: Giant comet from Oort cloud spotted moving at insane speed inside solar system. Will it reach Earth?

The world's first flying humanoid robot lifted off the ground in Italy. It took off approximately 50 cm off the ground while maintaining stability.&nbsp;

Flying robot becomes a reality as first humanoid lifts off in Italy. Watch

<h2>How AI is helping treat ALS, alzheimer’s, and dementia</h2>Early diagnosis through data Artificial Intelligence (AI) is helping doctors detect and treat neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS, Alzheimer’s, and dementia much earlier than before. By using machine learning and deep learning, AI can analyse a large amount of patient data to predict disease risks years in advance, giving people a better chance at early treatment.&nbsp;In ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), diagnosis usually takes time as doctors must first rule out other conditions. This can lead to delays in treatment. But now, AI can study speech patterns, motor skills, and how a person walks to detect small changes that doctors may not notice at first. This speeds up the diagnosis and allows earlier treatment.&nbsp;AI also helps identify signs of ALS in patients with no previous record of the disease. This means faster diagnosis and better results for patients.<h2>Predicting alzheimer’s before symptoms start</h2>Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have developed a method using machine learning to predict Alzheimer’s disease up to seven years before symptoms appear. By studying electronic health records, the system looks at risk factors such as high cholesterol, depression, and vitamin D deficiency.&nbsp;This prediction model has a 72 per cent success rate, allowing patients to begin lifestyle changes or try early treatments, which may slow down the disease’s progression.<h2>Understanding dementia with AI</h2>Dementia includes many conditions such as vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. These conditions are affected by genetics, environment, and background. AI helps researchers understand the complex patterns by studying large amounts of medical data.&nbsp;AI also finds new genetic risk factors, helping scientists discover better treatment options. According to the NIH’s Center for Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias, AI tools are making it easier to understand how different forms of dementia are connected.<h2>Robots and AI in caregiving</h2>AI is not just helping doctors, but it’s also supporting care at home. AI-powered robots are being tested to help people with dementia in their daily lives. These tools can remind patients about medicines, help in emergencies, and support independent living.&nbsp;Such developments may ease pressure on families and improve the patient’s quality of life.&nbsp;

AI is helping doctors detect Alzheimer's and dementia earlier. It analyzes data, predicts risks, and supports care with robots. Early detection means faster treatment, better care, and improved quality of life for patients and families.


How AI is helping treat ALS, alzheimer’s, and dementia Early diagnosis through data Artificial Intelligence (AI) is helping doctors detect and treat neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS, Alzheimer’s, and dementia much earlier than before. By using machine learning and deep learning, AI can analyse a large amount of patient data to predict disease risks years in advance, giving people a better chance at early treatment. In ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), diagnosis usually takes time as doctors must first rule out other conditions. This can lead to delays in treatment. But now, AI can study speech patterns, motor skills, and how a person walks to detect small changes that doctors may not notice at first. This speeds up the diagnosis and allows earlier treatment. AI also helps identify signs of ALS in patients with no previous record of the disease. This means faster diagnosis and better results for patients. Predicting alzheimer’s before symptoms start Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) have developed a method using machine learning to predict Alzheimer’s disease up to seven years before symptoms appear. By studying electronic health records, the system looks at risk factors such as high cholesterol, depression, and vitamin D deficiency. This prediction model has a 72 per cent success rate, allowing patients to begin lifestyle changes or try early treatments, which may slow down the disease’s progression. Understanding dementia with AI Dementia includes many conditions such as vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. These conditions are affected by genetics, environment, and background. AI helps researchers understand the complex patterns by studying large amounts of medical data. AI also finds new genetic risk factors, helping scientists discover better treatment options. According to the NIH’s Center for Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias, AI tools are making it easier to understand how different forms of dementia are connected. Robots and AI in caregiving AI is not just helping doctors, but it’s also supporting care at home. AI-powered robots are being tested to help people with dementia in their daily lives. These tools can remind patients about medicines, help in emergencies, and support independent living. Such developments may ease pressure on families and improve the patient’s quality of life.

AI is helping doctors detect Alzheimer's and dementia earlier. It analyzes data, predicts risks, and supports care with robots. Early detection means faster treatment, better care, and improved quality of life for patients and families.

AI can now predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear! Here’s how

In a first ever humanoid half marathon held in Beijing, 20 robots raced putting AI and engineering to the ultimate endurance test. Watch in for more details!

Robots on the run: Beijing hosts first-of-its-kind race

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robots evolve in this fast-paced world, twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of humans at the Yizhuang half-marathon in China on Saturday (April ).&nbsp;
This marks the first time, these <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/musks-eerie-declaration-robots-will-overpower-humanity-8920525">robot</a>&nbsp;machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-kilometre course.&nbsp;
The robots from Chinese manufacturers such as DroidVP and Noetix Robotics came in all shapes and sizes, some shorter than 120cm (3ft 9in), while others are as tall as 1.8m (5ft 9in).
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One of these Chinese companies said that their robots looked almost human, with feminine features and the ability to wink and smile.&nbsp;
Chinese officials said that the marathon event was more similar to a race car competition, given the need for engineering and navigation teams.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The robots are running very well, very stable &hellip; I feel I&rsquo;m witnessing the evolution of robots and AI,&rdquo; Spectator He Sishu, who works in artificial intelligence, said.&nbsp;
These robots were accompanied by human trainers, while some of them had physical support via machines, during the race.&nbsp;
This isn't it, some of the robots also wore running shoes, with one donning boxing gloves and another wearing a red headband with the words &ldquo;Bound to Win&rdquo; in Chinese.
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Amongst the all, the winning robot was Tiangong Ultra, from the Beijing Innovation Centre of Human Robotics, with a time of 2 hours, 40 minutes.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, the men's winner of the race had a time of 1 hour 2 minutes.&nbsp;
Tang Jian, chief technology officer for the robotics centre, said Tiangong Ultra&rsquo;s performance was aided by long legs and an algorithm allowing it to imitate how humans run a marathon.
&ldquo;I don&rsquo;t want to boast but I think no other robotics firms in the West have matched Tiangong&rsquo;s sporting achievements,&rdquo; Tang said.&nbsp;
He added that his robot switched batteries just three times during the race.&nbsp;
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Chinese officials said that the marathon event was more similar to a race car competition, given the need for engineering and navigation teams. WORLD | TRENDING

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robots evolve in this fast-paced world, twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of humans at the Yizhuang half-marathon in China on Saturday (April ). This marks the first time, these robot machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-kilometre course. The robots from Chinese manufacturers such as DroidVP and Noetix Robotics came in all shapes and sizes, some shorter than 120cm (3ft 9in), while others are as tall as 1.8m (5ft 9in). The humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing just started! pic.twitter.com/8vr2nXQwuR — The Humanoid Hub (@TheHumanoidHub) April 19, 2025 Also read: Tech absorption in Indian Army: AI, robotics, quantum computing and advanced materials One of these Chinese companies said that their robots looked almost human, with feminine features and the ability to wink and smile. Chinese officials said that the marathon event was more similar to a race car competition, given the need for engineering and navigation teams. “The robots are running very well, very stable … I feel I’m witnessing the evolution of robots and AI,” Spectator He Sishu, who works in artificial intelligence, said. These robots were accompanied by human trainers, while some of them had physical support via machines, during the race. This isn't it, some of the robots also wore running shoes, with one donning boxing gloves and another wearing a red headband with the words “Bound to Win” in Chinese. WATCH | China: Humanoid robots race alongside humans in Beijing half-marathon Amongst the all, the winning robot was Tiangong Ultra, from the Beijing Innovation Centre of Human Robotics, with a time of 2 hours, 40 minutes. Meanwhile, the men's winner of the race had a time of 1 hour 2 minutes. Tang Jian, chief technology officer for the robotics centre, said Tiangong Ultra’s performance was aided by long legs and an algorithm allowing it to imitate how humans run a marathon. “I don’t want to boast but I think no other robotics firms in the West have matched Tiangong’s sporting achievements,” Tang said. He added that his robot switched batteries just three times during the race. Also read: 'AI cops to robots on Mars': Gemini, ChatGPT, and Grok ignite an AI innovation wave, releasing new updates

Robots now running in marathons? Chinese humanoid robots compete with humans amid AI evolution | WATCH

Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.

China: Humanoid robots race alongside humans in Beijing half-marathon

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Japan is facing an unprecedented caregiver shortage amidst a rapidly aging society. In response, the country is leveraging artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance elderly care. By implementing AI solutions, Japan aims to alleviate the strain on human caregivers while providing high-quality, reliable support for seniors. This article examines the rise of caregiving robots, the future implications for the industry, and how AI technology can effectively address the care gap.

AI Robots: The future of caregiving in an ageing Japan

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The future of robotics is here! From humanoid companions like Aria to robot baristas brewing your coffee, see how AI-powered machines are revolutionising daily life. Plus, discover how robots are taking over pool cleaning and food manufacturing. Watch this report to know more.

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Robots have been deployed for the first time to clear ice from power transmission lines in China's Sichuan Province. Watch this report for more details!

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A German hospital has introduced a robotic kitchen to provide staff with warm meals around the clock. Robots are the new chefs in town. Watch this report to know - How hospital meals go high-tech with robot chefs.

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Will it be possible for robots to eventually think like humans one day? The idea may sound impossible to achieve but the researchers from King's College London claimed to have found a way through which this can be made possible.

According to the researchers, if the robots are given complex instructions without electricity it will help create more free space in the robotic "brain" which will eventually help them to "think".

Researchers gave a series of commands to devices using a new kind of compact circuit and ensured variations in pressure through a fluid inside it.

This is the first time such a possibility of giving thinking ability to robots has been introduced.

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"Delegating tasks to different parts of the body frees up computational space for robots to 'think,' allowing future generations of robots to be more aware of their social context or even more dexterous. This opens the door for a new kind of robotics in places like&nbsp;social care&nbsp;and manufacturing," explained Dr&nbsp;Antonio Forte, senior author of the study and&nbsp;lecturer in Engineering at King's College London.

<h2>Future of thinking robots</h2>

As per the findings published in&nbsp;Advanced Science, if this idea is successfully implemented, it will lead to the creation of robots which can operate where electricity-powered devices cannot function.

The researchers further stated that these robots can also prove useful for low-income countries that lack reliable access to electricity.

"Put simply, robots are split into two parts: the brain and the body. An AI brain can help run the traffic system of a city, but many robots still struggle to open a door—why is that?" said Dr&nbsp;Forte.

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"Software has advanced rapidly in recent years, but hardware has not kept up. By creating a hardware system independent from the software running it, we can offload a lot of the computational load onto the hardware, in the same way, your brain doesn't need to tell your heart to beat," he added.

At present, all robots depend on computer chips and electricity to function.

(With inputs from agencies)

Will it be possible for robots to eventually think like humans one day? The idea may sound impossible to achieve but the researchers from King's College London claimed to have found a way through which this can be made possible.

Will it be possible for robots to eventually think like humans one day? The idea may sound impossible to achieve but the researchers from King's College London claimed to have found a way through which this can be made possible. According to the researchers, if the robots are given complex instructions without electricity it will help create more free space in the robotic "brain" which will eventually help them to "think". Researchers gave a series of commands to devices using a new kind of compact circuit and ensured variations in pressure through a fluid inside it. This is the first time such a possibility of giving thinking ability to robots has been introduced. Also Read: Humanoid love! Most advanced robots go on a date and display great chemistry "Delegating tasks to different parts of the body frees up computational space for robots to 'think,' allowing future generations of robots to be more aware of their social context or even more dexterous. This opens the door for a new kind of robotics in places like social care and manufacturing," explained Dr Antonio Forte, senior author of the study and lecturer in Engineering at King's College London. Future of thinking robots As per the findings published in Advanced Science, if this idea is successfully implemented, it will lead to the creation of robots which can operate where electricity-powered devices cannot function. The researchers further stated that these robots can also prove useful for low-income countries that lack reliable access to electricity. "Put simply, robots are split into two parts: the brain and the body. An AI brain can help run the traffic system of a city, but many robots still struggle to open a door—why is that?" said Dr Forte. Also Read: Robots turn into security guards: Angry bots installed to shout at thieves in UK, alert cops "Software has advanced rapidly in recent years, but hardware has not kept up. By creating a hardware system independent from the software running it, we can offload a lot of the computational load onto the hardware, in the same way, your brain doesn't need to tell your heart to beat," he added. At present, all robots depend on computer chips and electricity to function. (With inputs from agencies)

Scientists suggest they can make robots 'think' like humans. Here's how

China has been a major player in manufacturing for years, and it is now becoming a frontrunner in robotics on the global stage. Learn more about this shift in our story.

China's robots enhancing human capabilities

A light-driven launch system has been created by Chinese scientists for miniature robots, taking inspiration from squirting cucumbers. This robot can be used in the fields of medicine, agriculture, aerospace and even ballistics.

The soft hydrogel and graphene launcher of the team is able to release energy in just 0.3 milliseconds, which helps the device take off from both wet and dry surfaces and cover a distance that is 643 times its own body height, the South China Morning Post reported.&nbsp;

This technology can help develop miniature&nbsp;medicinal&nbsp;robots as smart-seeding&nbsp;agriculture&nbsp; robots. They can also be used for deep-tissue sampling, and carry the potential of getting used like a soft bullet.

“Robotic tasks&nbsp;that require robust propulsion abilities such as jumping, ejecting or catapulting require power-amplification strategies where kinetic energy is generated from pre-stored energy,” stated the researchers in a paper which was published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Materials.

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“Such devices typically need the energy release over short time durations,” for producing an adequate driving force, said lead author Wang Xin, &nbsp;who is a doctoral student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

Wang said that the existing methods, which depend on chemical or elastic energy, can have limitations like complicated fabrication, long energy release periods and insufficient energy storage.

“Here we report an engineered accumulated strain energy-fracture power-amplification method that is inspired by the pressurised fluidic squirting mechanism of&nbsp;Ecballium elaterium,” said the team in the paper, while speaking about squirting cucumber plants.

<h2>All about G-hydrogel launcher’</h2>

The G-hydrogel launcher’ is small and has the shape of a disk. Its diameter is just 7mm (0.27 inches) and has a thickness of 3mm, however, it can move more than 1.93 (6.33 feet) metres vertically, according to the researchers.

Wang said that the motion performance of the G-hydrogel launcher exceeded “all the current engineering miniature robot systems with jumping/launching motions”.

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“The power amplification strategy may be applied to&nbsp;medical robots&nbsp;for scenarios that require force output, such as deep tissue sampling, stent delivery and [deployment], tissue resection [and more],” he added.

The launch system is still being tested by the team and can be used for creating untethered medical robots which need a high-force output to enter deep tissue.

(With inputs from agencies)

A light-driven launch system has been created by Chinese scientists for miniature robots, taking inspiration from squirting cucumbers. This robot can be used in the fields of medicine, agriculture, aerospace and even ballistics.

A light-driven launch system has been created by Chinese scientists for miniature robots, taking inspiration from squirting cucumbers. This robot can be used in the fields of medicine, agriculture, aerospace and even ballistics. The soft hydrogel and graphene launcher of the team is able to release energy in just 0.3 milliseconds, which helps the device take off from both wet and dry surfaces and cover a distance that is 643 times its own body height, the South China Morning Post reported. This technology can help develop miniature medicinal robots as smart-seeding agriculture robots. They can also be used for deep-tissue sampling, and carry the potential of getting used like a soft bullet. “Robotic tasks that require robust propulsion abilities such as jumping, ejecting or catapulting require power-amplification strategies where kinetic energy is generated from pre-stored energy,” stated the researchers in a paper which was published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Materials. Also Read: AI-powered robot dentist operates on live human for first time. Here's how it ends “Such devices typically need the energy release over short time durations,” for producing an adequate driving force, said lead author Wang Xin, who is a doctoral student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Wang said that the existing methods, which depend on chemical or elastic energy, can have limitations like complicated fabrication, long energy release periods and insufficient energy storage. “Here we report an engineered accumulated strain energy-fracture power-amplification method that is inspired by the pressurised fluidic squirting mechanism of Ecballium elaterium,” said the team in the paper, while speaking about squirting cucumber plants. All about G-hydrogel launcher’ The G-hydrogel launcher’ is small and has the shape of a disk. Its diameter is just 7mm (0.27 inches) and has a thickness of 3mm, however, it can move more than 1.93 (6.33 feet) metres vertically, according to the researchers. Wang said that the motion performance of the G-hydrogel launcher exceeded “all the current engineering miniature robot systems with jumping/launching motions”. Watch: Trash-sucking robot dog cleans Italian beaches with AI's help “The power amplification strategy may be applied to medical robots for scenarios that require force output, such as deep tissue sampling, stent delivery and [deployment], tissue resection [and more],” he added. The launch system is still being tested by the team and can be used for creating untethered medical robots which need a high-force output to enter deep tissue. (With inputs from agencies)

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The technology industry continued to face significant upheaval in July 2024, with over 8,000 professionals losing their jobs across 34 companies. This surge brings the total number of layoffs for the year to a staggering 124,517 employees from 384 companies worldwide. Watch in for more details!

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NASA has been planning to set up a lighthouse on the lunar surface which will guide the astronauts and robots who will soon be exploring the Moon.

NASA scientists have tested a technology which is expected to work as a 'lighthouse' on the Moon and provide them with real-time data of astronauts and robotic explorers.

According to the space agency, the scientists successfully tested an autonomous navigation system called Lunar Node 1 (LN-1) demonstrator on Odysseus - which is the lander of Intuitive Machines that touched down on the south pole of the Moon on February 22.

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NASA’s Lunar Node-1 experiment successfully demonstrated a new navigation and positioning system that will change how we explore the Moon. 
 
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According to NASA, the system - which was tested onboard Odysseus can link orbiters, landers, and astronauts on the Moon and helps in digitally verifying the position of every explorer in relation to other ground stations, networked spacecraft and rovers on the move.&nbsp;

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Scientists believe that this lighthouse will make it safer for explorers to visit the Moon and set up sustainable lunar bases.

The impact crater named Malapert A was used for the landing of Odysseus close to the lunar south pole.

<h2>Here's how the lighthouse on Moon will help scientists in future</h2>

The space agency said that Lunar Node-1 can also be used to augment navigation and communication relays and surface nodes as well as provide increased robustness as well as capability to various users in orbit and on the surface.

“We’ve lit a temporary beacon on the lunar shore,” said Evan Anzalone, LN-1 principal investigator at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Centre, in an official&nbsp;statement.&nbsp;

“Now, we seek to deliver a sustainable local network – a series of lighthouses that point the way for spacecraft and ground crews to safely, confidently spread out and explore," he added.

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The scientists tested the LN-1 for two 15-minute transmissions from the surface. The data from the transmissions was collected using the Deep Space Network, which is the giant radio antenna array used for deep-space communication.&nbsp;

LN-1's initial plan was to transmit data till Odysseus was powered down by the scientists on February 29, however, the duration was cut short because of the tilted orientation of the lander.

During the translunar journey of Odysseus, daily tests were carried out on the LN-1 beacon by the Marshall team.

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NASA has been planning to set up a lighthouse on the lunar surface which will guide the astronauts and robots who will soon be exploring the Moon. NASA scientists have tested a technology which is expected to work as a 'lighthouse' on the Moon and provide them with real-time data of astronauts and robotic explorers.

NASA has been planning to set up a lighthouse on the lunar surface which will guide the astronauts and robots who will soon be exploring the Moon. NASA scientists have tested a technology which is expected to work as a 'lighthouse' on the Moon and provide them with real-time data of astronauts and robotic explorers. According to the space agency, the scientists successfully tested an autonomous navigation system called Lunar Node 1 (LN-1) demonstrator on Odysseus - which is the lander of Intuitive Machines that touched down on the south pole of the Moon on February 22. For 30 total minutes in February, @NASA lit a beacon on the Moon! 🌙 NASA’s Lunar Node-1 experiment successfully demonstrated a new navigation and positioning system that will change how we explore the Moon. More on this #NASAMarshall tech HERE >> https://t.co/ohWfdnjiHN pic.twitter.com/tkG5qpwrTr — NASA Marshall (@NASA_Marshall) March 14, 2024 × According to NASA, the system - which was tested onboard Odysseus can link orbiters, landers, and astronauts on the Moon and helps in digitally verifying the position of every explorer in relation to other ground stations, networked spacecraft and rovers on the move. Also Read: Moon is going far away from the Earth. Will it disappear soon from night sky? Scientists believe that this lighthouse will make it safer for explorers to visit the Moon and set up sustainable lunar bases. The impact crater named Malapert A was used for the landing of Odysseus close to the lunar south pole. Here's how the lighthouse on Moon will help scientists in future The space agency said that Lunar Node-1 can also be used to augment navigation and communication relays and surface nodes as well as provide increased robustness as well as capability to various users in orbit and on the surface. “We’ve lit a temporary beacon on the lunar shore,” said Evan Anzalone, LN-1 principal investigator at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Centre, in an official statement. “Now, we seek to deliver a sustainable local network – a series of lighthouses that point the way for spacecraft and ground crews to safely, confidently spread out and explore," he added. Watch: Moon Drifting Away From Earth Approximately 3.8 Centimeter Per Year - Study The scientists tested the LN-1 for two 15-minute transmissions from the surface. The data from the transmissions was collected using the Deep Space Network, which is the giant radio antenna array used for deep-space communication. LN-1's initial plan was to transmit data till Odysseus was powered down by the scientists on February 29, however, the duration was cut short because of the tilted orientation of the lander. During the translunar journey of Odysseus, daily tests were carried out on the LN-1 beacon by the Marshall team. (With inputs from agencies)

NASA to set up lighthouse on Moon. Here's how it will help astronauts and robots

Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec, who went viral for his shooting style, as he clinched a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, debuted on social media platform X and soon posed an interesting question to&nbsp;owner Elon Musk.&nbsp;

Dikec clinched the second position in the mixed team 10-metre air pistol event&nbsp;while partnering with Sevval Ilayda Tarhan.

However, Dikec went viral and his fanbase grew tremendously because of his casual shooting style.&nbsp;

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When he came to the shoot during the competition, he appeared very casual and wore standard glasses and a T-shirt, while keeping his left hand in the pocket. This look made him a viral sensation overnight as people wondered how confident he was to carry such a demeanour.&nbsp;

His approach was pretty unorthodox as unlike his competitors, who generally used specialised equipment like special lenses, hats or headphones, Dikec carried nothing and went to the competition in a minimalist style.

<h2>Exchange between Turkish shooter and Musk goes viral</h2>

After joining social media platform X, Olympic shooter Dikec wrote his first post for the owner Elon Musk.&nbsp;

Posting a photo from the Olympic event - that had soon turned into a popular meme, Dikec said, "Hi Elon, do you think future robots can win medals at the Olympics with their hands in their pockets? How about discussing this in Istanbul, the cultural capital that unites continents? @elonmusk."

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"Robots will hit the centre of the bullseye every time," replied Musk. The exchange between the duo has now gone viral on social media.&nbsp;

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The post received more than five million views and some hilarious comments from social media users.&nbsp;

“You’ll hit the bullseye with your laser vision," wrote one user, while reacting to the post. “Robots would need trainers, so it would be great if you’d be one of them. Looking forward to the convo between you and Elon," said another user.&nbsp;

“Elon, think about it: he takes the first step out of the Starship and poses like this on Mars,” a third user stated.

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Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec, who went viral for his shooting style, as he clinched a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, debuted on social media platform X and soon posed an interesting question to owner Elon Musk.

Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec, who went viral for his shooting style, as he clinched a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, debuted on social media platform X and soon posed an interesting question to owner Elon Musk. Dikec clinched the second position in the mixed team 10-metre air pistol event while partnering with Sevval Ilayda Tarhan. However, Dikec went viral and his fanbase grew tremendously because of his casual shooting style. Also Read: Olympics 2024: India shooter Manu Bhaker reveals THIS IS WHY she lost on third medal at Paris Games When he came to the shoot during the competition, he appeared very casual and wore standard glasses and a T-shirt, while keeping his left hand in the pocket. This look made him a viral sensation overnight as people wondered how confident he was to carry such a demeanour. His approach was pretty unorthodox as unlike his competitors, who generally used specialised equipment like special lenses, hats or headphones, Dikec carried nothing and went to the competition in a minimalist style. Exchange between Turkish shooter and Musk goes viral After joining social media platform X, Olympic shooter Dikec wrote his first post for the owner Elon Musk. Posting a photo from the Olympic event - that had soon turned into a popular meme, Dikec said, "Hi Elon, do you think future robots can win medals at the Olympics with their hands in their pockets? How about discussing this in Istanbul, the cultural capital that unites continents? @elonmusk." Hi Elon, do you think future robots can win medals at the Olympics with their hands in their pockets?😎🇹🇷 How about discussing this in Istanbul, the cultural capital that unites continents? @elonmusk pic.twitter.com/BR5iJmNOHD — Yusuf Dikec (@yusufdikec) August 4, 2024 × "Robots will hit the centre of the bullseye every time," replied Musk. The exchange between the duo has now gone viral on social media. Watch: Paris Olympics 2024: India's hero PR Sreejesh speaks to WION after Quarter final win The post received more than five million views and some hilarious comments from social media users. “You’ll hit the bullseye with your laser vision," wrote one user, while reacting to the post. “Robots would need trainers, so it would be great if you’d be one of them. Looking forward to the convo between you and Elon," said another user. “Elon, think about it: he takes the first step out of the Starship and poses like this on Mars,” a third user stated. (With inputs from agencies)

Viral Turkish shooter debuts on X, quizzes Musk 'can robots win medals at the Olympics'

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In a never-heard incident, a civil servant robot committed suicide by throwing itself down a flight of stairs in South Korea.&nbsp;

The robot was working as a civil servant for a council and his mysterious death has left the people shocked.&nbsp;

Gumi City Council said that the robot became defunct after it smashed itself on a two-metre staircase.&nbsp;

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Gumi City said that the officials found the 'Robot Supervisor' smashed up and lying in the stairwell in between the council building's first and second floors.&nbsp;

<h2>Was the robot depressed due to workload? Council investigates mysterious death</h2>

According to some witnesses, the robot was seen mysteriously "circling in one spot as if something was there" before it occurred, however, the exact cause is being investigated, said a city council official.

"Pieces have been collected and will be analysed by the company," said the official, further stating that the robot had "helped with daily document deliveries, city promotion, and delivered information" to local residents.

"It was officially a part of the city hall, one of us," added another official, further stating, "It worked diligently."

The local media questioned the robot's suicide, as headlines read, "Why did the diligent civil officer do it?" or questioned "Was work too hard" for the robot?

One of the netizens said on a social media platform, "If the workload had been too much, would he have spun around for a long time and then rushed down the stairs?" Meanwhile, another said: "I pray that scrap metal rests in peace."&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;S Korea faced with a shrinking population

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The robot was appointed in August 2023 and this was the first cyborg who was used as a council official

Bear Robotics, which is a California-based robot-waiter startup, made the robot that worked from 9 am to 6 pm. It also had a civil service officer card.&nbsp;

Unlike other robots, that generally use one floor, the Gumi City Council robot was able to go in an elevator and move across floors on its own.

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In a never-heard incident, a civil servant robot committed suicide by throwing itself down a flight of stairs in South Korea. The robot was working as a civil servant for a council and his mysterious death has left the people shocked.

In a never-heard incident, a civil servant robot committed suicide by throwing itself down a flight of stairs in South Korea. The robot was working as a civil servant for a council and his mysterious death has left the people shocked. Gumi City Council said that the robot became defunct after it smashed itself on a two-metre staircase. Also Read: Man who stabbed South Korean opposition leader Lee sentenced to 15 years in prison Gumi City said that the officials found the 'Robot Supervisor' smashed up and lying in the stairwell in between the council building's first and second floors. Was the robot depressed due to workload? Council investigates mysterious death According to some witnesses, the robot was seen mysteriously "circling in one spot as if something was there" before it occurred, however, the exact cause is being investigated, said a city council official. "Pieces have been collected and will be analysed by the company," said the official, further stating that the robot had "helped with daily document deliveries, city promotion, and delivered information" to local residents. "It was officially a part of the city hall, one of us," added another official, further stating, "It worked diligently." The local media questioned the robot's suicide, as headlines read, "Why did the diligent civil officer do it?" or questioned "Was work too hard" for the robot? One of the netizens said on a social media platform, "If the workload had been too much, would he have spun around for a long time and then rushed down the stairs?" Meanwhile, another said: "I pray that scrap metal rests in peace." Watch: S Korea faced with a shrinking population The robot was appointed in August 2023 and this was the first cyborg who was used as a council official Bear Robotics, which is a California-based robot-waiter startup, made the robot that worked from 9 am to 6 pm. It also had a civil service officer card. Unlike other robots, that generally use one floor, the Gumi City Council robot was able to go in an elevator and move across floors on its own. (With inputs from agencies)

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In a rare confluence of engineering and food processing, Swiss scientists are working on creating robots that are fully operational as well as edible. Yes, you would be able to consume these robots towards the end of their lifespan. The seemingly unbelievable task has been taken up by the scientists at École Spéciale de Lausanne, along with researchers from other universities. Their benefits? They can significantly reduce electronic waste, deliver nutrition,&nbsp; medicines, and monitor health.

<h2>The RoboFood project</h2>

Under the RoboFood project, scientists aim to replace mechanical components with edible alternatives. For instance, rubber can be used in place of gelatin, rice cookies for foam and chocolate can be used to protect it from humidity.

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The progress has been slow but achievements are no short of wonders. In 2017, researchers were able to create an edible gripper. In 2022, they were able to make a drone with rice cookie wings. Last year, researchers developed an edible battery using riboflavin and quercetin.

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Dario Floreano, director of the Laboratory of Intelligent Systems at EPFL and first author of the new RoboFood perspective published in Nature Review Materials, said that bringing food and robotics together is a fascinating challenge.

<h2>Challenges</h2>

The challenge is to reduce and miniaturise components. Secondly, extending the lifespan of these robots is equally important as the lack of them can severely limit their practicality.

Scientists have one more challenge to address: How to make the robot taste nice.

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Another question is how humans and their companion animals will react to these reactive, edible robots. Additionally, one of the key challenges is to combine components that use electricity to function with those that use fluids and pressure to move.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a rare confluence of engineering and food processing, Swiss scientists are working on creating robots that are fully operational as well as edible. Yes, you would be able to consume these robots towards the end of their lifespan.

In a rare confluence of engineering and food processing, Swiss scientists are working on creating robots that are fully operational as well as edible. Yes, you would be able to consume these robots towards the end of their lifespan. The seemingly unbelievable task has been taken up by the scientists at École Spéciale de Lausanne, along with researchers from other universities. Their benefits? They can significantly reduce electronic waste, deliver nutrition, medicines, and monitor health. The RoboFood project Under the RoboFood project, scientists aim to replace mechanical components with edible alternatives. For instance, rubber can be used in place of gelatin, rice cookies for foam and chocolate can be used to protect it from humidity. The progress has been slow but achievements are no short of wonders. In 2017, researchers were able to create an edible gripper. In 2022, they were able to make a drone with rice cookie wings. Last year, researchers developed an edible battery using riboflavin and quercetin. Also read: After human testicles, microplastics discovered in human penises for first time Dario Floreano, director of the Laboratory of Intelligent Systems at EPFL and first author of the new RoboFood perspective published in Nature Review Materials, said that bringing food and robotics together is a fascinating challenge. Challenges The challenge is to reduce and miniaturise components. Secondly, extending the lifespan of these robots is equally important as the lack of them can severely limit their practicality. Scientists have one more challenge to address: How to make the robot taste nice. Also read: Does space travel impact eye health? Researchers investigate Another question is how humans and their companion animals will react to these reactive, edible robots. Additionally, one of the key challenges is to combine components that use electricity to function with those that use fluids and pressure to move. (With inputs from agencies)

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China is advancing the development of next-generation robots and we show you it's creating hyper-realistic robots capable of mimicking human emotions. Watch the story for more details.

China's humanoid robots that mimic human expressions

China is now working on Next Generation robots because a Chinese company is developing hyperrealistic robots that can replicate emotions.

China: Humanoid robots come to life in Chinese factories, evolving to become more human-like

Humanoid robots are creating quite a buzz in the tech space. A Chinese company is developing unbelievably lifelike robots capable of mimicking human emotions. Watch this story for more details.

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China's next-generation robots are creating a buzz! A Chinese company is developing unbelievably lifelike machines capable of replicating emotions.

In Dalian's Ex-Robots factory, engineers are working on the next generation of humanoid robots. This time, the focus is on instilling them with lifelike facial expressions and emotions.

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Imagine an Ex-Robots worker mimicking expressions - a smile, a tongue thrust out.&nbsp; A humanoid robot mimics these movements without a flaw, powered by tiny motors embedded throughout its head.&nbsp;

Moreover, artificial intelligence is allowing these robots to not just mimic, but potentially even understand and express emotions.

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&nbsp;According to the developers, humanoid robots are the most multifaceted class of robotic products. As per the company, it takes from two weeks to a month to create one humanoid robot.

While the starting price of $200,000 puts them in a high-end category,&nbsp;realistic robots are currently attracting museum visitors.

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The company envision a future where these robots play a significant role in several fields, including healthcare, education, and beyond.

“Psychological counselling and health are certainly future application scenarios. We are currently conducting related research, such as auxiliary treatment and preliminary screening for emotional and psychological disorders, said CEO of Ex-Robots, Li Boyang.

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Humanoid robots are believed to be the future of human-machine collaboration. We could see robots in various roles from being our companion to caretakers and educators.

But the question remains... Will these humanoid robots be able to effectively replicate human capabilities?

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China's next-generation robots are creating a buzz! A Chinese company is developing unbelievably lifelike machines capable of replicating emotions. In Dalian's Ex-Robots factory, engineers are working on the next generation of humanoid robots.

China's next-generation robots are creating a buzz! A Chinese company is developing unbelievably lifelike machines capable of replicating emotions. In Dalian's Ex-Robots factory, engineers are working on the next generation of humanoid robots. This time, the focus is on instilling them with lifelike facial expressions and emotions. Imagine an Ex-Robots worker mimicking expressions - a smile, a tongue thrust out. A humanoid robot mimics these movements without a flaw, powered by tiny motors embedded throughout its head. Moreover, artificial intelligence is allowing these robots to not just mimic, but potentially even understand and express emotions. According to the developers, humanoid robots are the most multifaceted class of robotic products. As per the company, it takes from two weeks to a month to create one humanoid robot. While the starting price of $200,000 puts them in a high-end category, realistic robots are currently attracting museum visitors. The company envision a future where these robots play a significant role in several fields, including healthcare, education, and beyond. “Psychological counselling and health are certainly future application scenarios. We are currently conducting related research, such as auxiliary treatment and preliminary screening for emotional and psychological disorders, said CEO of Ex-Robots, Li Boyang. Humanoid robots are believed to be the future of human-machine collaboration. We could see robots in various roles from being our companion to caretakers and educators. But the question remains... Will these humanoid robots be able to effectively replicate human capabilities? (With inputs from agencies)

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