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How 5,000 Pencil-Size Robots May Solve the Mysteries of the Universe
By Tereza Pultarova published
The little, swiveling robots will look at a new portion of the sky for the invisible force called dark energy that may be causing the accelerating expansion of the universe.
There's a Reason Roaches Love Banging Their Heads Into Walls
By Mindy Weisberger published
Cockroaches take a head-on approach to obstacles.
This Electronic Skin May Help Prevent Robots from Crushing Us
By Charles Q. Choi published
A metallic robot hand with "Terminator"-like power sounds good for the movies. But what about a real-life future where that android is now cradling your baby or just shaking your hand?
Meet Erica, Japan's Next Robot News Anchor
By Brandon Specktor published
This uncanny android has a job — and some say "a soul."
24 Underwater Drones – The Boom in Robotics Beneath the Waves
By Tom Metcalfe published
Aerial drone concepts are being adopted and adapted to work in a very different environment – underwater.
Why Scientists Just Created the Creepiest Robot Baby You'll Ever See
By Mindy Weisberger published
This dirt-dispersing robot-baby torso will crawl out of the lab and into your nightmares.
Best Robot Kits for Kids
By Avram Piltch published
Robot kits can help children learn to build as well as to code. Based on our testing, here are the best kits for every age and skill level.
The Strangest Things That Were 3D-Printed in 2017
By Tereza Pultarova published
3D printing isn't new to 2017, but this year, researchers pushed the boundaries of the seemingly sci-fi technique.
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