human-robot cooperation

Researchers want to ensure that robots that are used in our working environment are safer, but also more sustainable

Two frameworks could make it faster and easier to teach robots basic skills

Such soft robots contain tremendous potential for future applications as they adapt to dynamic environments and are well-suited to closely interact with humans

Powered by a chemical reaction controlled by microfluidics, 3D-printed ‘octobot’ has no electronics

“How does it ‘feel’ to interact behaviorally with a machine?” To answer that question, scientists created a virtual partner that can elicit emotional responses from its human partner in real-time.

Discovery could lead to significant advances in health care, transportation, electronic communication, and other areas.

Scientists are developing new technologies for making computers recognize not just traditional commands, but also non-verbal ones

What if handheld tools know what needs to be done and were even able to guide and help inexperienced users to complete jobs that require skill? Researchers at the University of Bristol have developed and started studying a novel concept in robotics - intelligent handheld robots.

Modern military defense planning is already heavily focused on how to gain strategic advantage through brainpower. Another significant step in that direction could result from an Arizona State University engineer’s new research on using cognitive abilities to control defense operations in more direct ways than ever.

Researchers are programming robots to communicate with people using human-like body language and cues, an important step toward bringing robots into homes