Posts about "Robotics"

MIT’s CSAIL introduces a breakthrough in generative AI technology by developing sophisticated virtual environments to better train robotic systems. This advancement allows simulated robots to experience diverse, realistic interactions with objects in virtual kitchens and living rooms, significantly enriching training datasets for foundational robot models.

Milan-based startup Cyberwave has successfully raised €7 million to develop its cutting-edge technology that integrates AI systems with physical machines. The funding round, led by United Ventures, aims to advance Cyberwave's mission of enabling seamless interaction between AI agents and the physical world.

SoftBank deepens its commitment to robotics and physical AI with a strategic acquisition of ABB Group's robotics unit, positioning itself at the forefront of this evolving technology landscape.

Energy Robotics, an AI software platform, has raised 3.5 million in a Series A funding round to advance its technology for autonomous inspections of critical infrastructure. This investment will enable the company to enhance its hardware-agnostic platform, which utilizes robots and drones to monitor pipelines, refineries, and similar assets, promising greater safety and efficiency.

Rodney Brooks, the founder of iRobot, expresses concerns over the safety and design efficacy of current humanoid robots. Critiquing their perceived dexterity and learning methods, Brooks highlights potential risks and limitations associated with relying solely on video-based learning for skill enhancement.

Periodic Labs, founded by former researchers from Google and OpenAI, announced a significant 00 million capital injection as it exits stealth mode. This funding aims to advance AI-driven automation in scientific research through the development of innovative robotic laboratories.

A new technique called HydroSpread enables soft robots to move across water surfaces, offering potential applications in fields like healthcare and environmental monitoring.

Agentic AI systems, capable of independent adaptation and decision-making, are becoming increasingly vital across various industries such as healthcare and autonomous transportation. Central to their operation are Neuro-Symbolic Knowledge Graphs (NSKGs), which offer structured reasoning and contextual understanding, thus enabling such systems to function more effectively without constant human input.

Prominent artificial intelligence firms have turned their focus towards world models, seeking to bridge the gap between AI advancements and practical real-world applications.

PhD candidate Erik Ballesteros at MIT is pioneering a groundbreaking project that brings science fiction to the realm of space exploration. By developing robotic arms inspired by the fictional 'Doc Ock' from Spider-Man, Ballesteros aims to equip future astronauts with versatile, advanced tools that can assist them with complex tasks in the harsh environment of space.