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Resilient cockroach-inspired robot survives large falls, dashes off

1.5 meters per second? Wow!On another note, when can we start using these things as lunar and Mars rovers?RE: Resilient cockroach-inspired robot survives large falls, dashes offEn-genius, simplistic design. How impressive indeed. This is getting closer and closer to "fly on the wall" stuff.

Tags: Robots, robot

Discussion threads 2009-10-14

Robot fish swims by doing the wave

Researchers at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom have developed a robot fish called Gymnobot that swims by rippling a fin on its belly. They say it may lead to lighter, more efficient robotic submersibles.

Tags: Robots, Emerging Technologies, News, robot, fish, gymnobot, university of bath, uk, knifefish

Videos 2009-09-29

New robot replaces remote control

You know, I had similar ideas back 20 years agobut in any case, when and if I had demoed them, I would have made an effort to play more than ONE FU*KING song!This shi* is pointless if it's complicated to change the song, THAT'S where we need good interactivity.Also,...

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Discussion threads 2009-09-23

Humanoid robot Nao shows off its skills

The pint-size humanoid bot Nao, created by Paris-based Aldebaran Robotics, exhibits its dexterity, object-tracking, interaction, and balance skills. Already used in the RoboCup soccer competition, Nao is set to start selling in the mass market in late 2010.

Tags: Skill, Robots, Emerging Technologies, News, robot, france, NAO

Videos 2009-09-22

Wired has a robot that serves beer

This is pointless on so many levels nt ntRE: Wired has a robot that serves beerSpeaking as a Wired Science staff writer, I can safely say that you have made our year.

Tags: Robots, Wired Inc., robot

Discussion threads 2009-08-19

Twitter attack: Bots may have been hardest hit

Tweetbot Spammers?What happened to RSS Feeds?I guess THIS is why I have my updates LOCKED!Wish I could do the same with my USPS mailbox!RE: Twitter attack: Bots may have been hardest hitJust as in watching WICKED, we now learn that there are "good bots" and "bad bots" and just because...

Tags: Robots, RSS, Twitter, bot, social networking, attack, robot

Discussion threads 2009-08-07

Twitter attack: Bots may have been hardest hit

To read the coverage of yesterday's Denial-of-Service attack on Twitter, you'd think it was the end of the online world. But to put things in perspective as it relates to Twitter and the number of people who are using the service - and hit hardest by the outage - consider...

Tags: Robot, Bot, Twitter, Attack, Sam Diaz

Blog posts 2009-08-07

Measurement and Classification of Humans and Bots in Internet Chat

The abuse of chat services by automated programs, known as chat bots, poses a serious threat to Internet users. Chat bots target popular chat networks to distribute spam and malware. This paper, first conducts a series of measurements on a large commercial chat network. It measurements capture a total of...

Tags: Internet, Robot, Bot

White papers 2009-06-27

(Photos: Robots make themselves at home)

(Photos: Robots make themselves at home)RoombaI have 3 Roombas; 1 only works to charge batteries; one won't charge batteries but will clean; one is now for spare parts. If this is as good as home robotics gets, then I am all for leaving it in the past. Hopefully Irobot...

Tags: Robots, Engineering, robot, photograph

Discussion threads 2009-05-30

'Partner' bots: The next killer robotics app? (And will Microsoft bite?)

'Partner' bots: The next killer robotics app? (And will Microsoft bite?)Whatever you do ...... don't let SNL or Mad TV hear about what you are planning to do. They'll have a field day with it! (E.g. view this 2001 HAL doctored clip.)Seriously, I think MS and the robotics industry should...

Tags: Robots, robot, killer robotics app, bot, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2009-05-20

Research gives clues for self-cleaning materials, water-striding robots

Research gives clues for self-cleaning materials, water-striding robotsSilky soft nylon raincoats anyone?Maybe polyester wool suits will come back in style!Imagine if we could coat our kids with it :)What a wonderful world...a coating for solar cellsthat would remove dirt and dust buildup that reduces output.

Tags: Robots, robot

Discussion threads 2009-05-08

Research gives clues for self-cleaning materials, water-striding robots

Self-cleaning walls, counter tops, fabrics, and even micro-robots that can walk on water may all be within reach thanks to the work of scientists at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and at Japan's RIKEN institute. If you ever looked in awe as insects like water striders are able...

Tags: Robot, Droplet, RIKEN, UNL Article, Productivity, Chris Jablonski

Blog posts 2009-05-07

New robot replaces remote control

CNET News gets a look at QB1, a new bot that replaces the remote control when you listen to music and could eventually be used as a substitute for a keyboard and mouse. It recognizes the person it's interacting with and reacts to simple human gestures.

Tags: CNET News, Robots, Keyboards, Mice, Emerging Technologies, Hardware, Peripherals, News, robot, remote control, music QB1, keyboard, mouse

Videos 2009-04-27

A robot that follows a human commander and responds to gestures

A robot that follows a human commander and responds to gesturesHuman mind will never be replicated...Try again, God created the human mind, it will never be replicated.

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Discussion threads 2009-03-14

The Kindle 2 debate: If a robot reads a book is it an audio book?

The Kindle 2 debate: If a robot reads a book is it an audio book?Yeah...I guess actors need to sue anyone who makes a animated films? They don't really careThey just want more Amazon's money no matter how silly the excuse. You are wasting your time arguing with themI already...

Tags: Robots, robot, Kindle 2, audio book

Discussion threads 2009-02-25

Gallery: Armies of combat robots

The U.S. military is building armies of combat robots which come in all shapes and sizes - on land, sea, and air. by Andy Smith

Tags: Army, Robots, Emerging Technologies, robot, military. Navy, Andy Smith

Image galleries 2009-02-21

(Gallery: Armies of combat robots)

(Gallery: Armies of combat robots)WHAT ROBOT hi I'm fascinated by robots, but what the crawler or star war new technology will see http://www.easytrader.fr

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Discussion threads 2009-02-21

The Terminator scenario: Perhaps not so fictional after all

The Terminator scenario: Perhaps not so fictional after allTerminator Scenario unlikely but misuse is a definite.I don't buy into the Terminator scenario very much. The idea of robots rising up in a coordinated effort is incredibly unrealistic at this point. Though I will admit its possible it is unlikely.What I...

Tags: Robots, robot, Terminator

Discussion threads 2009-02-20

Wowwee

WowweeHow about Rosie, the housekeeperfrom The Jetsons. She was always way too interested in what Judy Jetson was doing, and with whom.How about the "Sexy Robot"......from the I think ALCOA TV ad from I think about twenty years ago:http://www.skrenta.com/images/sexy-robot.jpg(I couldn't find a video of it...)Those gold-plated joints are cool...RE: WowweeWho...

Tags: Robots, WowWee, robot, Marvin, Daleks, Wall-E

Discussion threads 2009-02-13

The 'Robot' is dead

The 'Robot' is deadThe RobotShowing my ageI was in third grade when Lost In Space first aired, and I watched the show from the very first.The Robot was one of my favorites - and there was no doubt about what the "Robot" was. "There will be only one!" (hmm ......

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Discussion threads 2009-01-20