When robot taxis get stuck, a secret army of humans comes to the rescue

Waymo robotaxis get stranded when a passenger leaves the door open. Tow truck operators can get paid $22 to close a door and set them free again.
New Atlas

Watch: T800 humanoid kung fu kicks its way to mass production

It's hard not to think of 'T800' without "The Terminator" and "Skynet" coming to mind. However, EngineAI has created a robot with that exact name. This isn’t Hollywood science fiction; it’s an ...

The 'Muscles and Joints' of Humanoid Robots: Understanding Harmonic Joint Modules

The movement capability of humanoid robots starts at the joints. Harmonic joint modules are the core enabler of agile motion.
IEEE

Sensorless Force/Torque Measurement for Robots With Single and Cooperative Arms Using an Automatically Calibrated Adaptive Kalman-Filter-Based Observer

Abstract: Accurate measurement of contact force/torque (CFT) is critical for robotic manipulators to interact effectively with their environment. This article introduces an adaptive ...