A robot performs several very different hand gestures using just two pneumatic controls. The device aims to overcome a common limitation of robotic hands: each additional movement often requires a ...

Robots are super interesting, but you probably shouldn’t start learning about them with a full-sized industrial SCARA arm or anything. Better to learn with something smaller and simpler to understand.

A simple spring-powered robot can pinch, twist, hook and grasp with just two air inputs, outperforming the human hand in some ...

When it comes to teamwork, we could all learn something from ants. These relatively simple, small-brained animals are famous for their ability to collectively build massive, intricate, ...

Getting a robot to run 100m faster than Usain Bolt is impressive. But how about a humanoid that can make you a cup of tea in your own kitchen?