Efforts to develop robots that can reliably navigate complex environments have long been hampered by a fundamental limitation: most robotic vision systems essentially go blind in challenging weather conditions. From autonomous vehicles battling through thick fog to rescue robots braking smoke-filled buildings, these limitations represent a critical vulnerability in robotics applications where failure is impossible. … Read more

When I was a little boy, there were no grocery stores in our neighborhood. The only place to buy fruits and vegetables was at our local farmer’s market. My mom would pick the freshest tomatoes and saute them with eggs into a simple meal that became my comfort food. The tomatoes were ugly to look … Read more

Listen to this article “Humanoid for hospitals” Moxi has an arm to open doors and operate elevators. Source: Diligent Robotics As the development of humanoid robots continues, one mobile robot is already working in hospitals. Diligent Robotics Inc. announced today that its Moxi robot has completed 110,000 autonomous elevator rides in healthcare systems across the … Read more