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  1. Tech Xplore — Robotics68

    New robot falls like a maple seed then sails like a boat once it hits water

    Researchers at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have developed ALBATROSS, a nature-inspired robotic platform that falls like a maple seed during its autorotating descent and then sails autonomously on water using wind energy. The system uses rigid wingsails for both slowing its fall and powering its movement, enabling it to reach remote waters quickly and monitor environmental conditions for extended periods.

2026-09-30Wed
  1. Tech Xplore — Robotics72

    Soccer-playing humanoid robots score a major robotics goal for coordination

    Researchers at Tsinghua University have developed a new control system for humanoid robots that enables coordinated soccer-playing behavior using onboard vision. The system was tested on a real robot and achieved an 80-90% success rate in scoring goals from the front half of the field, with a 64% reduction in response time compared to a rule-based system. The study was published in Science Robotics and demonstrates a significant advancement in embodied AI and robot coordination.

2026-09-24Thu
  1. Carnegie Mellon Robotics Institute — News82

    LAMP Helps Robots Find a Way Through

    Carnegie Mellon University researchers have developed LAMP, a system that allows multiple robots to work together to move objects through crowded spaces. LAMP combines learned models with search-based planning to enable efficient navigation and coordination, with successful testing in complex environments and a demonstration at the 2026 IROS conference.

2026-09-16Wed
  1. ETH Zurich — Robotics research news82

    Robotic help in high-risk twin pregnancies

    Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a robotic platform with a magnetically controllable endoscope to improve the safety and precision of fetal surgery for twin pregnancies with shared placentas. The system uses magnetic fields to bend the endoscope, enabling better access to blood vessels, and combines panoramic imaging with real-time navigation. The technology has been tested in an animal model and is now being refined for human clinical use.

2026-09-09Wed
  1. New Atlas — Robotics72

    Will a cyborg cockroach paramedic save your life in the future?

    Researchers at the University of Queensland and the University of New South Wales have developed 'paraborgs'—cyborg cockroaches equipped with drug-delivery systems for search-and-rescue missions. These insects can navigate through rubble, locate survivors, and administer medication using remote control and spring-loaded needles. While the technology shows promise with high success rates in tests using silicone and pig skin, human trials have not yet been conducted.

2026-08-27Thu
  1. Michigan Robotics — Research news68

    Michigan Robotics at IROS 2026 in Pittsburgh

    Michigan Robotics is participating in the 2026 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS) in Pittsburgh, presenting research on topics such as robotic leg prostheses, tensegrity robotics, and soft robot control. The event includes workshops, papers, and opportunities for networking and exploring Pittsburgh.

2026-08-14Fri
  1. New Atlas — Robotics68

    Robotic tiles autonomously Lego-snap into floating smart structures

    Researchers at MIT have developed FloatForm, a system of robotic tiles that can autonomously assemble into floating structures. Inspired by ant colony behavior, the system uses magnetic latches, sensors, and thrusters to reconfigure dynamically, addressing challenges like hydrodynamics and slipstreams. Potential applications include emergency response, public space, and infrastructure on water.

2026-06-24Wed
  1. PickNik — Robot software72

    MoveIt Pro Newsletter June 2026

    PickNik Robotics announces the release of MoveIt Pro, a commercial robotics software platform that extends the open-source MoveIt project. The update includes support for AI models like Gemini, SAM3, and Codex, as well, enhancements to visual reasoning, trajectory stitching, and ROS compatibility. The platform is designed for unstructured environments and supports a wide range of robotic arms, t

2026-05-14Thu
  1. Clearpath Robotics — Blog72

    Powered by Clearpath: Research Highlights from ICRA 2026

    Clearpath Robotics highlights research presented at ICRA 2026, showcasing how their robots are used in autonomous navigation, human-robot interaction, and agricultural applications. The papers demonstrate methods for far-field image-based mapping, social preference learning for crowd navigation, and shared control for UGVs in orchards.

2025-09-22Mon
  1. PickNik — Robot software68

    MoveIt Pro Newsletter September 2025

    PickNik announces the release of MoveIt Pro, a commercial robotics software platform built on the open-source MoveIt project. The update highlights new features such as support for FANUC and Kawasaki robots, integration with Meta Quest for AI data collection, Diffusion Policies for end-to-end AI training, and enhanced simulation capabilities with IMU and 3D Lidar support. The platform is designed for unstructured environments, providing tools for motion planning, grasping, perception, and behavior sequencing.

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