The Robot Report recently spoke with Ph.D. student Cheng Chi about his research at Stanford University and recent publications about using diffusion AI models for robotics applications. He also discussed the recent universal manipulation interface, or UMI gripper, project, which demonstrates the capabilities of diffusion model robotics. The post Stanford researcher discusses UMI gripper and […]
With actions from suppliers like Siemens, Interact Analysis expects the market for machine-integrated robot control to grow rapidly over the next few years. The post Demand for integrated robot control surges appeared first on The Robot Report.
With the help of generative AI, researchers from MIT and the University of Basel in Switzerland have developed a new machine-learning framework that can help uncover new insights about materials science. The findings of the study were published in Physical Review Letters (ArXiv version). The post Scientists Use GenAI to Uncover New Insights in Materials […]
In this recent blog post, CSC’s Maari Alanko and Pihla Kauranen highlight the power of international collaboration in climate research, featuring cutting-edge projects like the study of the Antarctic Ice Sheet. Leveraging the LUMI supercomputer, researchers are uncovering insights into global sea level rise, showcasing the vital role of high-performance computing in addressing environmental challenges. […]
June 10, 2024 — On Friday, the United Nations proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). This year-long, worldwide initiative will celebrate the contributions of quantum science to technological progress over the past century, raise global awareness of its importance to sustainable development in the 21st century, and ensure that […]
A staggering 97% of the apparel sold and worn in the U.S. is made overseas, according to the American Apparel & Footwear Association. Not only does this mean that the U.S. lost these jobs when apparel manufacturing moved overseas, but it poses a significant risk to our national security, as evidenced by the nation’s struggle […]
AI is one of the most transformative and valuable scientific tools ever developed. By harnessing vast amounts of data and computational power, AI systems can uncover patterns, generate insights, and make predictions that were previously unattainable. The post The Future of AI in Science appeared first on HPCwire.
Need a moment of levity? Try watching videos of astronauts falling on the moon. NASA’s outtakes of Apollo astronauts tripping and stumbling as they bounce in slow motion are delightfully relatable. For MIT engineers, the lunar bloopers also highlight an opportunity to innovate. The post Robot ‘SuperLimbs’ help astronauts stand up after falling appeared first […]
AiM Medical Robotics is taking the next steps to validate its robot for deep brain stimulation in Parkinson’s patients. The company is partnering with the Surgical Navigation and Robotics (SNR) Lab at Harvard and has entered into a clinical research agreement with the Clinical Trial Office at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). The post AiM […]
May was a busy month for the robotics industry. Exciting events, like the Robotics Summit & Expo and Automate, brought a batch of new product releases and partnership announcements. At the same time, humanoid robotics continued to grab our reader’s attention throughout the month. Here are the top 10 most popular stories on The Robot Report […]
