Our preference to engage with robots that take on human characteristics threatens genuine social interaction Read more at The ...

Human–robot interaction (HRI) and gesture-based control systems represent a rapidly evolving research field that seeks to bridge the gap between human intuition and robotic precision. This area ...

Asa Whitney Professor of Mechanical Engineering Mark Yim has completed the second phase of a human-robot interaction research project at Penn’s ModLab. The project primarily aims to develop Quori, a ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series called Inside the Lab, which gives audiences a first-hand look at the research laboratories at the University of Chicago and the scholars who are tackling some ...

Meta made several major announcements for robotics and embodied AI systems this week. This includes releasing benchmarks and artifacts for better understanding and interacting with the physical world.

Researchers in China built a neuromorphic robotic skin that lets humanoid robots sense pain and react instantly to harm.

What if the future wasn’t just a distant dream but standing right in front of you, walking, talking, and even helping with your daily tasks? Meet Figure 03, a new humanoid robot that promises to ...

If 2025 proved anything, it’s that humanoid robots are no longer content to stand still. This was the year they learned to walk like us, flexed synthetic muscles, clocked factory hours, and stared ...

Robotic relationships have long been a fascination in futuristic media, but that once-distant concept is inching closer to reality. Robotics company Realbotix has introduced its latest creation, Aria, ...

While service robots with male characteristics can be more persuasive when interacting with some women who have a low sense of decision-making power, 'cute' design features -- such as big eyes and ...

Robots and automated technology are becoming a typical feature in the retail industry, with robots streamlining operations, reducing costs and improving customer experiences. From stocking shelves to ...