This dual cross-linking design lets the muscle switch stiffness on demand. In lab tests, its stiffness jumps from about 213 kilopascals — soft, like rubber — to 292 megapascals, hundreds of times ...

In a viral video, which has amassed over 6.3 million views, a humanoid robot attempts to make a stir-fry for its owner - with ...

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Swiss start-up Mimic has developed a dexterous robotic hand that could provide manufacturers with a cheaper and more reliable ...

Have you ever wanted to wipe down a table hundreds of times while Elon Musk watches? Training Tesla's humanoid robot might be ...

Difficult times in his youth served to make Tonga stronger in the long run. In his fifth NFL season and with a fourth team, he may have found a home in New England. “I love everything about him as a ...

The 16 possible configurations of Digits modules. Credit: RRL/EPFL. Scientists at EPFL in Switzerland have developed a new soft robotic system that could change how we feel and interact with digital ...

Soft pneumatic actuators are widely used in diverse robotic applications due to their dexterous deformation and conspicuous performance. However, the control and operation of these actuators were ...

In a recent video chat with earthlings, NASA astronaut Nick Hague talked about what makes the International Space Station (ISS) so special. “The coolest thing about the space station is the reason why ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Shinichi Furuya/New Scientist Achieving an advanced level of proficiency on any ...