Science & Technology

In millions of years of evolution, nature has produced many sophisticated locomotor systems that engineers use as inspiration for creating better robots. We show some current technical developments that are highly advanced.

In this RBR Insider report, we look at how unmanned systems for maritime uses are improving and the state of the marine drone market.

The U.S., China, and other nations are looking to make the most of their AI opportunity in the races for self-driving cars and the world's fastest supercomputer.

While the U.S. military has historically been a leader in the development of swarm robots, universities are also significant. Costs, controls, and applications offer opportunities for business.

Researchers with The Jefferson Project use machine learning, computational models and data analytics to monitor Lake George, N.Y. for environmental issues.

3D printing developments are enabling the printing of ever-larger objects, while the integration of electronics and flexible sensors are driving the potential of additive manufacturing technology.

Among the innovations that IBM says will change the world in the next five years are AI-powered robot microscopes to monitor the oceans and fixing growing AI bias.

The Shell Ocean Discovery XPRIZE has announced the nine finalists in its three-year competition to develop unmanned deep-ocean mapping using a variety of technologies.

Despite the ongoing turmoil and uncertainty relating to the ultimate impact of last years' Brexit vote, there are encouraging signs that investment in the UK robotics remains on an even keel.

New high-performance inertial measurement unit will equip the autopilot for the Mayflower Autonomous Ship.