Israeli startup Tevel Aerobotics, there is a severe shortage of workers available to pick fruit at orchards. That's why the company is developing an alternative, in the form of autonomous flying drones that do the job.

Gravitas: Israel's fruit-picking flying robots

Gravitas: Israel's fruit-picking flying

Lawmakers in San Francisco have voted to ban the controversial policy of letting police use robots for deadly force amidst concerns over militarisation and automation of policing.&nbsp;The San Francisco police department (SFPD) has 17 robots in its arsenal that can even kill people during action.

The city’s board of supervisors have decided to prohibit the use of police robots to be used in such a lethal manner, however, they have called for further review by a committee to later decided whether to allow killer robots to be used in limited cases.

The major U-turn comes a week after the board members voted to allow robots to be armed with explosives “when risk of loss of life to members of the public or officers is imminent and outweighs any other force option available to SFPD”.

They had also decided that only top officers would be granted permission to authorise the deployment of robots for deadly use.

The decision to revoke the earlier move comes in the wake of a series of protests by civil society organisations and three members of the board who earlier opposed using killer robots.

On Monday, they staged a protest outside City Hall seeking to reverse the decision, with chants like “We all saw that movie … No Killer Robots.”

One of the members who opposed the move, supervisor Dean Preston, on Tuesday welcomed the decision, saying that there is no place for “killer robots”.

“The people of San Francisco have spoken loud and clear: There is no place for killer police robots in our city,” he said in a statement after the vote, according to AP news agency.

“We should be working on ways to decrease the use of force by local law enforcement, not giving them new tools to kill people.”

So far, only San Francisco and Oakland have debated on the use of lethal robots. The Oakland police wanted to arm robots with shotguns but did not proceed with the move in the face of fierce public opposition.

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Lawmakers in San Francisco have voted to ban the controversial policy of letting police use robots for deadly force amidst concerns over militarisation and automation of policing.

Lawmakers in San Francisco have voted to ban the controversial policy of letting police use robots for deadly force amidst concerns over militarisation and automation of policing. The San Francisco police department (SFPD) has 17 robots in its arsenal that can even kill people during action. The city’s board of supervisors have decided to prohibit the use of police robots to be used in such a lethal manner, however, they have called for further review by a committee to later decided whether to allow killer robots to be used in limited cases. The major U-turn comes a week after the board members voted to allow robots to be armed with explosives “when risk of loss of life to members of the public or officers is imminent and outweighs any other force option available to SFPD”. They had also decided that only top officers would be granted permission to authorise the deployment of robots for deadly use. The decision to revoke the earlier move comes in the wake of a series of protests by civil society organisations and three members of the board who earlier opposed using killer robots. On Monday, they staged a protest outside City Hall seeking to reverse the decision, with chants like “We all saw that movie … No Killer Robots.” One of the members who opposed the move, supervisor Dean Preston, on Tuesday welcomed the decision, saying that there is no place for “killer robots”. “The people of San Francisco have spoken loud and clear: There is no place for killer police robots in our city,” he said in a statement after the vote, according to AP news agency. “We should be working on ways to decrease the use of force by local law enforcement, not giving them new tools to kill people.” So far, only San Francisco and Oakland have debated on the use of lethal robots. The Oakland police wanted to arm robots with shotguns but did not proceed with the move in the face of fierce public opposition. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Japan is known as the robot capital of the world. The country's technological advancements have managed to revolutionise almost every digital space across the globe.

Japan is known as the robot capital of the world. The country's technological advancements have managed to revolutionise almost every digital space across the globe. Now, a research team in Osaka has managed to develop a humanoid robot that has almost eerie similarities to the country's Digital Minister Taro Kono. The developers of the 175-centimetre-tall android claim that its body movement is almost human-like. Kono is also seemingly impressed and jokes about how he will like to take his alter-ego to a budget committee meeting. “With parliamentary approval, I would let him attend a budget committee meeting." The main aim of developing such robots is to examine if social activities can be conducted remotely in the country which focuses a lot on individual privacy. As reported by WION, last year in December, a local government in Japan launched a similar ground-breaking programme to assist people who are socially isolated. WATCH | Gravitas: Why Japan is obsessed with robots × A green-eyed, nine-inch-tall robot served as people's alter egos. The robot, named OriHime was showcased and developers claimed that it can be used to assist those who are afraid of social contact. Read more: 'Avatar' in real life? Japan's alter-ego robots for people with social anxiety To the rest of the world, it might look weird, but in Japan, it's normal as humanoids are pretty common. A report published by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) in March this year revealed that Japan is the world's number one industrial robot manufacturer, delivering 45 per cent of the global supply. As per the report, Japan's robot suppliers have increased their production capacity considerably. Their export ratio rose to 78 per cent in 2020 and at that time 136,069 industrial robots were shipped. Read more: In Japan, humanoids are pretty common (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Japanese Digital Minister Taro Kono has an alter ego robot

Robots are helping to keep shadow puppetry alive in Malaysia. Shadow puppet enthusiasts hope that robots will be able to save this ancient art.

WION Dispatch: Robots keep shadow puppetry alive in Malaysia

Technology is taking over human work day by day, even in cooking food now. As per recent news, a company in south California has developed a high-tech robotic arm that makes better French fries and onion rings than humans.&nbsp;

Miso, the company that developed the robotic arm, which will be directed by cameras and artificial intelligence that will take the frozen fries out of the freezer, fry them and pour them into a tray with sauce. Amazing, isn't it?

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In an interview with Reuters, Mike Bell, Miso's Chief Executive Chief, said, "When an order comes in through the restaurant system, it automatically spits out the instructions to Floppy." He further said, "... It does it faster, more accurately, more reliably, and happier than most humans do it."

The company stated that it took five years for it to build 'Flippy2.'

The name 'Flippy 2' comes from flappy. Miso earlier developed a machine that would help with flipping the burgers. After the machine was designed, the company felt a need for a helping hand at the fry station. So the idea of "Flippy" came into being.&nbsp;

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The chief executive further added that till now, three companies have Flippy 2 but haven't advertised it due to fear of hurting sentiments that robots are taking away their jobs.

Despite being helpful, the company said that Flippy 2 gets a lot of attention the first time, people take photos and videos, but then the machine is taken for granted.&nbsp;

However, Mike said that he believes there'll be a time when you'll walk into a restaurant and see a robot there doing work and think to yourself that there was a time when humans used to work. These days are coming soon.

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Technology is taking over human work day by day, even in cooking food now. As per recent news, a company in south California has developed a high-tech robotic arm that makes better French fries and onion rings than humans.

Technology is taking over human work day by day, even in cooking food now. As per recent news, a company in south California has developed a high-tech robotic arm that makes better French fries and onion rings than humans. Miso, the company that developed the robotic arm, which will be directed by cameras and artificial intelligence that will take the frozen fries out of the freezer, fry them and pour them into a tray with sauce. Amazing, isn't it? Also read | Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs also triggered global tsunami waves, says study In an interview with Reuters, Mike Bell, Miso's Chief Executive Chief, said, "When an order comes in through the restaurant system, it automatically spits out the instructions to Floppy." He further said, "... It does it faster, more accurately, more reliably, and happier than most humans do it." The company stated that it took five years for it to build 'Flippy2.' The name 'Flippy 2' comes from flappy. Miso earlier developed a machine that would help with flipping the burgers. After the machine was designed, the company felt a need for a helping hand at the fry station. So the idea of "Flippy" came into being. Also read | In push to diversify from China, Apple asks suppliers to move AirPods, Beats production to India The chief executive further added that till now, three companies have Flippy 2 but haven't advertised it due to fear of hurting sentiments that robots are taking away their jobs. Despite being helpful, the company said that Flippy 2 gets a lot of attention the first time, people take photos and videos, but then the machine is taken for granted. However, Mike said that he believes there'll be a time when you'll walk into a restaurant and see a robot there doing work and think to yourself that there was a time when humans used to work. These days are coming soon. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'More accurate, reliable, and happier': Robo arm makes better french fries, onion rings than humans

We have seen robots performing different duties in the kitchen and now they can even make french fries and onion rings. Yes, you read it right, a company in US' California has launched what its calls the 'flippy 2' robot. The robot automates the process of deep frying potatoes and onions powered by cameras and artificial intelligence.

World Business Watch: US company 'Flippy 2' robots can make french fries faster than humans

We've seen robots perform different duties in the kitchen and now they can even make french fries and onion rings. A company in California has launched what it calls the flippy tool robot.

Tech Talk: Robot makes french fries faster than humans

On Tech It Out, we often bring you the latest developments from the world of robots. In this video, we've rounded up some new robots that offer a glimpse into the future.

Robot peels a banana without squashing it | Tech It Out

After taking over our lives and work systems, Robots are being programmed to tackle complex human tasks and solve crimes. A recent study shows racist & sexist biases fed into AI systems can translate into robots, and eventually guide their tasks.

WION Fineprint| AI-powered robots make racist & sexist decisions

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed shapeshifting microbots that can brush, rinse, and floss teeth.

The robotic system, which can form bristle-like structures along with form long string-like shapes, is magnetic and made from iron.

Elderly people who have trouble using their hands and find it difficult to clean their teeth themselves may find the prototype to be particularly helpful.

Hyun (Michel) Koo, a professor at Penn’s School of Dental Medicine and a study co-author told PennToday &nbsp;“Routine oral care is cumbersome and can pose challenges for many people, especially those who have a hard time cleaning their teeth.”

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Comparing the microbots to “a robotic arm that might reach out and clean a surface” Edward Steager, a study co-author from Penn’s School of Engineering and Applied Science believes that tiny machines can be programmed.

“Nanoparticles can be shaped and controlled with magnetic fields in surprising ways,” Steager said.

“The big innovation here is that the robotics system can do all three in a single, hands-free, automated way,” he added.

From contrast agents that get injected into MRI patients to delivery systems for some drugs, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of iron oxide nanoparticles for use in other biotech products.

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Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed shapeshifting microbots that can brush, rinse, and floss teeth. The robotic system, which can form bristle-like structures along with form long string-like shapes, is magnetic and made from iron.

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed shapeshifting microbots that can brush, rinse, and floss teeth. The robotic system, which can form bristle-like structures along with form long string-like shapes, is magnetic and made from iron. Elderly people who have trouble using their hands and find it difficult to clean their teeth themselves may find the prototype to be particularly helpful. Hyun (Michel) Koo, a professor at Penn’s School of Dental Medicine and a study co-author told PennToday “Routine oral care is cumbersome and can pose challenges for many people, especially those who have a hard time cleaning their teeth.” × Comparing the microbots to “a robotic arm that might reach out and clean a surface” Edward Steager, a study co-author from Penn’s School of Engineering and Applied Science believes that tiny machines can be programmed. “Nanoparticles can be shaped and controlled with magnetic fields in surprising ways,” Steager said. “The big innovation here is that the robotics system can do all three in a single, hands-free, automated way,” he added. From contrast agents that get injected into MRI patients to delivery systems for some drugs, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of iron oxide nanoparticles for use in other biotech products. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here:

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The scientists have constantly been trying to come up with new innovations which can help them to find traces of alien life and it seems like NASA has found a unique solution. The NASA researchers have come up with a plan to use swarms of robots to find alien life in the solar system. The Sensing with Independent Micro-Swimmers (SWIM) concept is extremely important for missions that can be too risky for even big machines and the size of the swarm makes it perfect for inhospitable situations. According to the initial designs, these small robots can be kept inside any probe, and they can be released both underwater and, in the atmosphere, depending on the needs of the mission.

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NASA’s Innovative Advance Concepts program awarded a $600,000 grant to a robotics mechanical engineer at the US agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in order to design the robots. Ethan Schaler has been given a time frame of two years to come up with the final products for NASA. &nbsp;

“With a swarm of small swimming robots, we are able to explore a much larger volume of ocean water and improve our measurements by having multiple robots collecting data in the same area,” Schaler said about the project according to a NASA release.

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The robots will be able to operate independently thanks to a built-in propulsion and communications system which will allow it to study planets closely. The minute attention to detail provided by the robots will allow scientists to gather more data and it can be crucial in their search for alien life.

The scientists have constantly been trying to come up with new innovations which can help them to find traces of alien life and it seems like NASA has found a unique solution.

The scientists have constantly been trying to come up with new innovations which can help them to find traces of alien life and it seems like NASA has found a unique solution. The NASA researchers have come up with a plan to use swarms of robots to find alien life in the solar system. The Sensing with Independent Micro-Swimmers (SWIM) concept is extremely important for missions that can be too risky for even big machines and the size of the swarm makes it perfect for inhospitable situations. According to the initial designs, these small robots can be kept inside any probe, and they can be released both underwater and, in the atmosphere, depending on the needs of the mission. Also read | In Pics: Shanghai Disneyland theme park re-opens after three-months NASA’s Innovative Advance Concepts program awarded a $600,000 grant to a robotics mechanical engineer at the US agency’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in order to design the robots. Ethan Schaler has been given a time frame of two years to come up with the final products for NASA. “With a swarm of small swimming robots, we are able to explore a much larger volume of ocean water and improve our measurements by having multiple robots collecting data in the same area,” Schaler said about the project according to a NASA release. Also read | Czech police look for 'creepy' burglar who watches people in their sleep The robots will be able to operate independently thanks to a built-in propulsion and communications system which will allow it to study planets closely. The minute attention to detail provided by the robots will allow scientists to gather more data and it can be crucial in their search for alien life.

NASA looking to come up with tiny swimming robots to search for alien life

Artificial Intelligence-based robots have been introduced at the Coimbatore airport aimed at providing a better experience to flyers by the Airport Authority of India (AAI). Passengers will be able to avail many airport services through them, according to AAI.

The robots move within the airport terminal building and approach passengers to greet them and ask if they need assistance. They can also take navigation help from the robots to get to their desired locations within the airport.

The AAI wrote on Twitter, “#AAI believes that innovation plays a significant role in civil aviation sector &amp; can change the way airports function and provide better facilities to air travellers. #AAI's #Coimbatore @aaicbeairport introduces AI-based robots to provide enhanced airport experiences to flyers.”&nbsp;

The AAI also shared pictures of robots and passengers interacting with it.

“The robots will move within the airport terminal bldg. floor and approach passengers, greet them and ask if they need any information. Through them, passengers will be able to get many airport services and navigation help to their desired locations within the airport,” it added.

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These AI-powered robots can also connect flyers to the airport staff through video calls if they need them. With this, AAI is bringing the Help Desk to the passenger rather than passengers approaching the help desk. The facility is being appreciated by all.

Replying to these tweets by AAI, some twitteratis responded by praising Jyotiraditya Scindia for “liberalising reforms &nbsp;&amp; transforming aviation where innovation can flourish”, as he is the incumbent Minister of Civil Aviation at the moment.

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Artificial Intelligence-based robots have been introduced at the Coimbatore airport aimed at providing a better experience to flyers by the Airport Authority of India (AAI). Passengers will be able to avail many airport services through them, according to AAI. The robots move within the airport terminal building and approach passengers to greet them and ask if they need assistance. They can also take navigation help from the robots to get to their desired locations within the airport. The AAI wrote on Twitter, “#AAI believes that innovation plays a significant role in civil aviation sector & can change the way airports function and provide better facilities to air travellers. #AAI's #Coimbatore @aaicbeairport introduces AI-based robots to provide enhanced airport experiences to flyers.” The AAI also shared pictures of robots and passengers interacting with it. “The robots will move within the airport terminal bldg. floor and approach passengers, greet them and ask if they need any information. Through them, passengers will be able to get many airport services and navigation help to their desired locations within the airport,” it added. Also Read: Roe vs Wade overturned: Biden, Obama, Planned Parenthood react to US top court judgement These AI-powered robots can also connect flyers to the airport staff through video calls if they need them. With this, AAI is bringing the Help Desk to the passenger rather than passengers approaching the help desk. The facility is being appreciated by all. Replying to these tweets by AAI, some twitteratis responded by praising Jyotiraditya Scindia for “liberalising reforms & transforming aviation where innovation can flourish”, as he is the incumbent Minister of Civil Aviation at the moment. (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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UK researchers have developed robot skin that can sense pain. This artificial skin has been developed in Glasgow with mini transistors and have ability to learn & remember sensation.

UK researchers develop robot skin that can sense pain, touch

Is the world ready for AI with emotional intelligence? A Google engineer says its AI 'Sentient'. Google, however, has sidelined the engineer for 'sentient' claims.

Do robots have feelings? Google engineer says its AI 'Sentient'

Scientists have taken another leap to make robots look more "human" by developing human-like skin for robots.

The scientists put together a joint robotic finger covered with living skin by culturing a "single piece of skin tissue surrounding the robotic finger".&nbsp;

The study said it resulted in a "paradigm shift" from traditional robotics to "biohybrid robotics". The researchers said skin covered the robotic finger tightly and had enough "strength and elasticity to withstand deformation".

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The study concluded that the biohybrid robots displayed superior sensory capabilities including energy conversion and self-repair functions like living beings.

The breakthrough development can help in creating better prosthetics although the scientist linked to the study said it still lacks some advanced features of skin namely hair follicles, nails and sensory neurons but in further research&nbsp;the robots could look like humans.

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The robot skin was created as scientists took a robotic finger and submerged it in a cylinder with a special solution which had the right condictions to grow the skin.&nbsp;

The solution contained collagen which is a protein that helps in skin elasticity including "human dermal fibroblasts" in the form of skin cells which helped put the skin on the robot's finger.

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Scientists have taken another leap to make robots look more "human" by developing human-like skin for robots. The scientists put together a joint robotic finger covered with living skin by culturing a "single piece of skin tissue surrounding the robotic finger". The study said it resulted in a "paradigm shift" from traditional robotics to "biohybrid robotics". The researchers said skin covered the robotic finger tightly and had enough "strength and elasticity to withstand deformation". Also Read: How robots are learning new skills from humans The study concluded that the biohybrid robots displayed superior sensory capabilities including energy conversion and self-repair functions like living beings. The breakthrough development can help in creating better prosthetics although the scientist linked to the study said it still lacks some advanced features of skin namely hair follicles, nails and sensory neurons but in further research the robots could look like humans. Watch: Collaborative robots set to transform food industry The robot skin was created as scientists took a robotic finger and submerged it in a cylinder with a special solution which had the right condictions to grow the skin. The solution contained collagen which is a protein that helps in skin elasticity including "human dermal fibroblasts" in the form of skin cells which helped put the skin on the robot's finger. (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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Scientists have created a robotic system to find super algae which will help fight climate change. Super Algae removes carbon 40 times faster than trees

'Super Algae' to help fight climate change

If you like to explore how it feels to be around robots, then you must head to this newly launched restaurant in the National Capital Region. WION visits this one-of-a-kind high-tech restaurant.

First eatery with robots in the National Capital Region

Japan is a country that values technology while remaining true to its traditions. Because of the country's lengthy aversion to accepting immigrants, aided by its low birth rate, Japan's&nbsp;population is rapidly ageing.&nbsp;Even as the country is taking steps to relax its tough immigration policies, it continues to be plagued by a shortage of labour.&nbsp;Now, Japan's Kawasaki Heavy Industries, a multinational company known for its industrial machines and heavy equipment have&nbsp;developed a robot that it believes will help with the country's labour shortage.&nbsp;And it is a quadruped robot, i.e., it is shaped like a four-footed animal, namely a goat.

The robot 'BEX' has been named after the wild goat species Ibex and it has horns.&nbsp;

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As per a Reuters report, BEX is still undergoing testing and the company behind the goat-robot hopes to commercialise it by 2023.

Yes, you read that right, the robot has large recurved horns and using its four legs it can easily walk over rough terrains. On smooth surfaces, it moves very quickly with the help of wheels it has tucked in its underbelly.

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BEX can carry loads up to 100 kg or 220.4 lbs and is battery powered. It can be controlled by remote or move autonomously.

Kawasaki which is globally known for its motorcycles designed this robot for use in agricultural settings. The company started developing humanoid robots in the year 2017, however, those two-legged robots had a balancing problem. To counter that this four-legged robot has been developed.&nbsp;

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Speaking to Reuters, Noboru Takagi, Kawasaki Heavy Industries', Division Executive Officer said that "In an ageing society, it can help elderly people who need to move around carrying heavy cargo. For example, it can support the farming or forestry industries where people need to move heavy cargo."

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Japan is a country that values technology while remaining true to its traditions. Because of the country's lengthy aversion to accepting immigrants, aided by its low birth rate, Japan's population is rapidly ageing.

Japan is a country that values technology while remaining true to its traditions. Because of the country's lengthy aversion to accepting immigrants, aided by its low birth rate, Japan's population is rapidly ageing. Even as the country is taking steps to relax its tough immigration policies, it continues to be plagued by a shortage of labour. Now, Japan's Kawasaki Heavy Industries, a multinational company known for its industrial machines and heavy equipment have developed a robot that it believes will help with the country's labour shortage. And it is a quadruped robot, i.e., it is shaped like a four-footed animal, namely a goat. The robot 'BEX' has been named after the wild goat species Ibex and it has horns. Also read | Japanese robot learns how to peel banana without causing any damage - Watch As per a Reuters report, BEX is still undergoing testing and the company behind the goat-robot hopes to commercialise it by 2023. Yes, you read that right, the robot has large recurved horns and using its four legs it can easily walk over rough terrains. On smooth surfaces, it moves very quickly with the help of wheels it has tucked in its underbelly. Watch | Singapore's robot workforce plugs labour gaps BEX can carry loads up to 100 kg or 220.4 lbs and is battery powered. It can be controlled by remote or move autonomously. Kawasaki which is globally known for its motorcycles designed this robot for use in agricultural settings. The company started developing humanoid robots in the year 2017, however, those two-legged robots had a balancing problem. To counter that this four-legged robot has been developed. Also read | In pics: From checking on construction to making coffee, Singapore’s robots to fill in labour gaps Speaking to Reuters, Noboru Takagi, Kawasaki Heavy Industries', Division Executive Officer said that "In an ageing society, it can help elderly people who need to move around carrying heavy cargo. For example, it can support the farming or forestry industries where people need to move heavy cargo." 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.

To meet labour crunch, aid an aging population Japan develops 'BEX' a goat-robot

Singapore is replacing manpower with robots. The government is encouraging investment in robotics and automation to meet the labour crunch in the country. WION tells you more in this report.

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Japan is often called the 'robot capital' of the world'. From security guards to doctors to therapy experts, Robots do all kinds of odd jobs. How big is Japan's robotics industry? How does it help the country's economy? Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

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Can robots be used for therapy? In Japan, the answer is yes. Tech-savvy Japan is harnessing robots to care for its elderly & tackle the country's loneliness epidemic. Is this a win for technology or loss for humanity? Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: How Japan uses robots for therapy

Robots are being used to cut down the time to make sculptures as it sculpts the special Carrara marble with ease. Watch this report to know more.

Robots are cutting down the time to make sculptures as it sculpts special Carrara marble

The next generation of robots are expected to transform sector after sector of the economy and all of our daily lives. WION tells you more about the rise of robots in this report.

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Scientists have come up with Alexa for animals- Robots that can understand whale songs, and calls of over 3,000 bird species. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

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Scientists in the UK have developed a tool that enables robots to display more realistic and accurate expressions of pain during the physical examination of painful areas.

The Imperial College London team has developed a new physical examination approach that could reduce doctors' errors and bias.

Research published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests that this could also teach trainee doctors how to use clues hidden in patients' facial expressions to minimise the force used in physical exams, while also detecting and correcting early signs of bias in medical students by exposing them to a wide variety of patient identities.

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"Improving the accuracy of facial expressions of pain on these robots is a key step in improving the quality of physical examination training for medical students," said Sibylle Rerolle, from Imperial's Dyson School of Design Engineering.

Undergraduate students participated in the study by performing a physical exam on a robotic patient's abdomen. In order to recreate pain-related facial expressions, data about forces applied to the abdomen were used to trigger changes in six different regions of the MorphFace robot face.

The method revealed the order in which different parts of a robotic face, known as facial activation units (AUs), must fire to accurately express pain. Additionally, the study determined the optimum speed and magnitude of AU activation.

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Researchers discovered that the most realistic facial expressions were created by activating the upper face AUs (around the eyes) before activating the lower face AUs (around the mouth). The most natural results were obtained by allowing the Jaw Drop AU to take longer to activate.

It is crucial for doctors to consider patient facial expressions when performing physical examinations of painful areas.&nbsp;

Most medical training simulators, however, cannot show real-time facial expressions related to pain and only include a limited number of patient identities according to ethnicity and gender.

Based on studies demonstrating racial bias in the ability to recognize facial expressions of pain, the researchers state that these limitations may lead to biased practices on the part of medical students.

"Underlying biases could lead doctors to misinterpret the discomfort of patients - increasing the risk of mistreatment, negatively impacting doctor-patient trust, and even causing mortality, a said co-author Thilina Lalitharatne, from the Dyson School of Design Engineering.

"In the future, a robot-assisted approach could be used to train medical students to normalise their perceptions of pain expressed by patients of different ethnicity and gender."

(With inputs from agencies)

Scientists in the UK have developed a tool that enables robots to display more realistic and accurate expressions of pain during the physical examination of painful areas.

Scientists in the UK have developed a tool that enables robots to display more realistic and accurate expressions of pain during the physical examination of painful areas. The Imperial College London team has developed a new physical examination approach that could reduce doctors' errors and bias. Research published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests that this could also teach trainee doctors how to use clues hidden in patients' facial expressions to minimise the force used in physical exams, while also detecting and correcting early signs of bias in medical students by exposing them to a wide variety of patient identities. Also read | Scientists identify formation of three planetary systems around this binary star "Improving the accuracy of facial expressions of pain on these robots is a key step in improving the quality of physical examination training for medical students," said Sibylle Rerolle, from Imperial's Dyson School of Design Engineering. Undergraduate students participated in the study by performing a physical exam on a robotic patient's abdomen. In order to recreate pain-related facial expressions, data about forces applied to the abdomen were used to trigger changes in six different regions of the MorphFace robot face. The method revealed the order in which different parts of a robotic face, known as facial activation units (AUs), must fire to accurately express pain. Additionally, the study determined the optimum speed and magnitude of AU activation. Also read | Even a worm can make decisions, says a study Researchers discovered that the most realistic facial expressions were created by activating the upper face AUs (around the eyes) before activating the lower face AUs (around the mouth). The most natural results were obtained by allowing the Jaw Drop AU to take longer to activate. It is crucial for doctors to consider patient facial expressions when performing physical examinations of painful areas. Most medical training simulators, however, cannot show real-time facial expressions related to pain and only include a limited number of patient identities according to ethnicity and gender. Based on studies demonstrating racial bias in the ability to recognize facial expressions of pain, the researchers state that these limitations may lead to biased practices on the part of medical students. "Underlying biases could lead doctors to misinterpret the discomfort of patients - increasing the risk of mistreatment, negatively impacting doctor-patient trust, and even causing mortality, a said co-author Thilina Lalitharatne, from the Dyson School of Design Engineering. "In the future, a robot-assisted approach could be used to train medical students to normalise their perceptions of pain expressed by patients of different ethnicity and gender." (With inputs from agencies)

UK develops robots with realistic expressions that cut doctors' errors and bias

Chinese President Xi Jinping has supported the governments from around the world who support Beijing Winter Olympics.

Chinese President Xi Jinping support the governments who support Beijing Winter Olympics

The Olympic games in Beijing are all set to kick off today but for journalists and officials arriving in china the scenes are much like a dystopian movie here's why!

Inside Beijing's Olympic bubble: Robots are spraying disinfectant

Soon, the southwest border of the United States could be guarded by four-legged headless robotic dogs, sniffing out smugglers and catching undocumented immigrants.

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) this week undertook trials of the 45kg (100-pound), canine machine prototypes in Virginia and Texas borders to test in a variety of surveillance-focused roles.

According to their press release, the DHS said the trials were “successful” and that the work with the machines will continue. However, they didn’t share any timeframe of their deployment.

They said that the Automated Ground Surveillance Vehicles, or the robot dogs, were specifically engineered by the research and development arm of the DHS, the Science and Technology Directorate (S&amp;T), in cooperation with advanced robotics firm Ghost Robotics for the US Customs and Border Protection&nbsp;(CBP).

“The southern border can be an inhospitable place for man and beast, and that is exactly why a machine may excel there,” S&amp;T program manager, Brenda Long said in the release.

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“This S&amp;T-led initiative focuses on Automated Ground Surveillance Vehicles, or what we call ‘AGSVs.’ Essentially, the AGSV program is all about…robot dogs.”

The headless hound, built by Ghost Robotic, stands 2.5 feet high (76cm), weighs 70lbs (32kg), and can travel over 7.5 miles (12-km) in 3 hours on a single battery charge.

Gavin Kenneally, the chief product officer at Ghost Robotics, said their robot dog’s legs are so advanced and sensitive that, “It has the ability to feel through its motors and can estimate friction forces and automatically correct for uneven or slippery ground.”

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“It is a rugged, quadruped robot. It traverses all types of natural terrain including sand, rocks, and hills, as well as human-built environments, like stairs. That’s why you want legs, and not tracks,” he said.

This self-correcting ability makes it an ideal platform for off-road operations across multiple environments.

The machine can navigate autonomously or be controlled manually, and can be equipped with a number of payloads, including thermal and night vision cameras.

Soon, the southwest border of the United States could be guarded by four-legged headless robotic dogs, sniffing out smugglers and catching undocumented immigrants.

Soon, the southwest border of the United States could be guarded by four-legged headless robotic dogs, sniffing out smugglers and catching undocumented immigrants. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) this week undertook trials of the 45kg (100-pound), canine machine prototypes in Virginia and Texas borders to test in a variety of surveillance-focused roles. According to their press release, the DHS said the trials were “successful” and that the work with the machines will continue. However, they didn’t share any timeframe of their deployment. They said that the Automated Ground Surveillance Vehicles, or the robot dogs, were specifically engineered by the research and development arm of the DHS, the Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), in cooperation with advanced robotics firm Ghost Robotics for the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). “The southern border can be an inhospitable place for man and beast, and that is exactly why a machine may excel there,” S&T program manager, Brenda Long said in the release. “This S&T-led initiative focuses on Automated Ground Surveillance Vehicles, or what we call ‘AGSVs.’ Essentially, the AGSV program is all about…robot dogs.” The headless hound, built by Ghost Robotic, stands 2.5 feet high (76cm), weighs 70lbs (32kg), and can travel over 7.5 miles (12-km) in 3 hours on a single battery charge. Gavin Kenneally, the chief product officer at Ghost Robotics, said their robot dog’s legs are so advanced and sensitive that, “It has the ability to feel through its motors and can estimate friction forces and automatically correct for uneven or slippery ground.” “It is a rugged, quadruped robot. It traverses all types of natural terrain including sand, rocks, and hills, as well as human-built environments, like stairs. That’s why you want legs, and not tracks,” he said. This self-correcting ability makes it an ideal platform for off-road operations across multiple environments. The machine can navigate autonomously or be controlled manually, and can be equipped with a number of payloads, including thermal and night vision cameras.

US may soon deploy hi-tech robot patrol dogs to guard borders

Robots are performing more jobs than ever before, from hauling trash from recycling plants to stocking e-commerce warehouses, to packing small consumer items in cardboard boxes.

It looks like the number of robots onboard will grow in 2022.

North American companies invested more than $2 billion in almost 40,000 robots to handle record demand and a pandemic-induced labour shortage in 2021. Since their historical surge in the automotive industry, robots have expanded to a growing number of industries.

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During the pandemic, DCL Logistics in Fremont, California, started installing robots on e-commerce fulfilment lines for pandemic relief. "With human labor, what they produce depends on how hungry or how tired they are," said Brian Tu, Their chief revenue officer.

The robots are fast and do not take breaks, he claimed.

According to the industry group Association for Advancing Automation, known as A3, factories and other industrial users ordered 39,708 robots in 2021, a 28 per cent&nbsp;increase over 2020. The previous annual record for robot orders was set in 2017 - when North American companies ordered 34,904 robots valued at $1.9 billion.

In 2016, automakers purchased twice as many robots as all other industries combined. Meanwhile, other businesses began to eclipse carmakers as buyers of advanced machines in 2020, and this trend continued into 2021.

A3 reports that the metals and food and consumer goods industries have seen the fastest growth in robot orders.

Another fast-growing sector is e-commerce.&nbsp;

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The A3 data primarily reflects orders for traditional industrial robots - large systems typically replacing entire assembly lines with moving arms. But a growing number of robots are now cobots, which are designed to work alongside humans on assembly lines.

"The number one driver for automation is the labor shortage in manufacturing," said Joe Campbell, a senior manager for applications development at Universal Robots, a unit of Massachusetts-based Teradyne Inc, which specializes in cobots.&nbsp;

The pandemic is not the only factor driving the change. It is estimated that 2,000 Baby Boomers are retiring from manufacturing every day, which depletes the expertise of factory floors.

Campbell said cobots are gaining traction in many industries that have long been resistant to automation. For example, the company sold robot arms to a company that uses them to install drywall in large building projects: a notoriously labour-intensive process.

Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: US companies hire robots to fill jobs amid labour shortage

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The use of cobots in auto plants is also expanding. Using Universal's cobots, Stellantis N.V., the Dutch automaker, is now building the new Fiat 500 electric vehicle in the final assembly area of its factory in Turin, Italy.&nbsp;

Employers in the United States had 10.9 million open positions as of December, a modest drop from the record 11.1 million from earlier in 2021. According to St. Louis Fed President James Bullard, the unemployment rate in the United States may fall below 3% this year for the first time since the 1950s with 1.7 open jobs for every unemployed worker.

"Never say never," said Universal Robots' Campbell, "but I don't see anything to slow us down."

(With inputs from agencies)

Robots are performing more jobs than ever before, from hauling trash from recycling plants to stocking e-commerce warehouses, to packing small consumer items in cardboard boxes.

Robots are performing more jobs than ever before, from hauling trash from recycling plants to stocking e-commerce warehouses, to packing small consumer items in cardboard boxes. It looks like the number of robots onboard will grow in 2022. North American companies invested more than $2 billion in almost 40,000 robots to handle record demand and a pandemic-induced labour shortage in 2021. Since their historical surge in the automotive industry, robots have expanded to a growing number of industries. Also read | China replaces 'soldiers with robots' in Tibet as soldiers ‘fleeing’ in harsh winters During the pandemic, DCL Logistics in Fremont, California, started installing robots on e-commerce fulfilment lines for pandemic relief. "With human labor, what they produce depends on how hungry or how tired they are," said Brian Tu, Their chief revenue officer. The robots are fast and do not take breaks, he claimed. According to the industry group Association for Advancing Automation, known as A3, factories and other industrial users ordered 39,708 robots in 2021, a 28 per cent increase over 2020. The previous annual record for robot orders was set in 2017 - when North American companies ordered 34,904 robots valued at $1.9 billion. In 2016, automakers purchased twice as many robots as all other industries combined. Meanwhile, other businesses began to eclipse carmakers as buyers of advanced machines in 2020, and this trend continued into 2021. A3 reports that the metals and food and consumer goods industries have seen the fastest growth in robot orders. Another fast-growing sector is e-commerce. Also read | Never seen before: Scientists say 'living robots' they created can reproduce on their own The A3 data primarily reflects orders for traditional industrial robots - large systems typically replacing entire assembly lines with moving arms. But a growing number of robots are now cobots, which are designed to work alongside humans on assembly lines. "The number one driver for automation is the labor shortage in manufacturing," said Joe Campbell, a senior manager for applications development at Universal Robots, a unit of Massachusetts-based Teradyne Inc, which specializes in cobots. The pandemic is not the only factor driving the change. It is estimated that 2,000 Baby Boomers are retiring from manufacturing every day, which depletes the expertise of factory floors. Campbell said cobots are gaining traction in many industries that have long been resistant to automation. For example, the company sold robot arms to a company that uses them to install drywall in large building projects: a notoriously labour-intensive process. Watch | Gravitas: US companies hire robots to fill jobs amid labour shortage The use of cobots in auto plants is also expanding. Using Universal's cobots, Stellantis N.V., the Dutch automaker, is now building the new Fiat 500 electric vehicle in the final assembly area of its factory in Turin, Italy. Employers in the United States had 10.9 million open positions as of December, a modest drop from the record 11.1 million from earlier in 2021. According to St. Louis Fed President James Bullard, the unemployment rate in the United States may fall below 3% this year for the first time since the 1950s with 1.7 open jobs for every unemployed worker. "Never say never," said Universal Robots' Campbell, "but I don't see anything to slow us down." (With inputs from agencies)

More and more companies opting for robots. Are Robots taking over the workforce?

China is using strict containment measures to create a coronavirus-proof bubble for thousands of international visitors. And it is relying on technology, more specifically robots, to reduce the risk of transmission. Watch this video for more details.

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