Why Can’t Robot Hands Work Like Human Hands (Yet)?
Building dexterous robot hands is more than just bolting metal fingers on a robot and calling it a day. Here's what's going on.
Who Invented Robots? Meet the Genius Who Started It All
George Devol invented the first industrial robot in the 1950s. Learn how his creation paved the way for today’s smart, embodied AI robots.
What Do You Call Someone Who Loves Robots? (Get Your Mind Out of the Gutter)
Forget the weird sexualized search results. The best everyday term to describe someone who loves robots is “robot enthusiast." Don't get it twisted.
Should We Be Polite to AI and Robots? (Yes, There’s No Need to Be a Jackass)
Robots don’t care about manners, but being polite to them keeps us grounded, shapes our habits, and may even protect how we treat each other.…
Robots That Do Household Chores: What They Can Do and What’s Actually For Sale
Robots that do household chores are finally becoming real. Here's what's available, how much they cost, what they can do, and where they still…
Pregnancy Robot: Is It Just Spectacle or Real Science?
The viral “pregnancy robot” story is fake, but it raises real questions about artificial wombs, their risks, and whether they could ever…
Robots Fighting Robots (and Humans): Let’s Get Ready to Ruuuuumble!
Robots fighting robots have leapt from toys and TV into real arenas, sparking talk of whether sports betting could take it mainstream.
What Does “Clanker” Mean in Slang and Why Does It Matter?
The word "clanker" started in Star Wars, but today it's one of the slurs for robots and AI that reveals our mixed feelings and fears about them.
Are Flying Robots a Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
Today's flying robots are no longer just drones or UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles). They can fight fires and help with rescues, but they could…
What Is Grief Tech? Using AI to Find Meaning & Connection After Loss
Grief tech refers to technologies that help people process loss, from memorial websites and tribute videos to AI chatbots that simulate…