Robótica

Humanoid Robots Deployed in US Schools as Teacher Assistants
A pilot program in the Salamanca City Central school district will integrate Realbotix's M-Series robots and Optio AI assistant to enhance student engagement.

Humanoid Robot Pemba Climbs Chimborazo, Sets Sights on Everest Summit
The humanoid robot Pemba, an adaptation of the Unitree G1, recently ascended over 6,000 meters on Chimborazo and now aims to conquer Mount Everest. This technological feat paves the way for new forms of exploration in extreme environments.

ORBIT Robotics Unveils Helios, the Legless Four-Armed Robot for Space
This innovative design from ORBIT Robotics aims to revolutionize maintenance tasks on space stations, optimizing astronaut time and efficiency.

Unitree sells massive transformable mecha for $650,000
Chinese robotics firm Unitree unveils the GD01, a giant mech capable of transforming between bipedal and quadrupedal modes, available for purchase.

Figure showcases Helix-02 robots autonomously tidying a bedroom
The company Figure demonstrated how two Helix-02 humanoid robots coordinate tasks using only visual and reactive communication, without digital messaging.

Humanoid robot glides on ice and impresses with its balance
Unitree Robotics showcased a humanoid robot that now skates on inline skates and ice, demonstrating advances in mobility and dynamic control.

Meta acquires ARI to advance in humanoid robots with AI
Meta has acquired ARI, a startup focused on developing AI for humanoid robots, strengthening its push into advanced robotics. The move highlights their focus on physical interaction capabilities.

Meta acquires Assured Robot Intelligence to advance humanoid robots
Meta Platforms has purchased Assured Robot Intelligence, a startup developing AI models for robots, marking a significant step toward humanoid technology.

Japan deploys its own drone defense system in Ukraine for the first time
Japan has taken a significant step by bringing its advanced drone interceptor system to the Ukrainian battlefield, marking a new phase in international cooperation.

Sony creates a robot that beats humans in competitive table tennis
Sony's Project Ace introduces a robotic arm capable of competing and winning against professional players in real time.

New tech enables robots to handle complex, irregular objects
Researchers from EPFL and Idiap developed a system that allows robots to manipulate, cut, and peel any object, even in messy environments.

Chinese robots can run and dance, but can't do the dishes yet
Chinese companies like X Square Robot are proving that humanoid robots still struggle with everyday tasks in messy environments.