In Seattle, the only thing we love more than coffee is our coffee shops. On a six-block walk I pass at least a half dozen, ...

CES reinforced the possibility of humanoids in manufacturing. But it's unnecessary and even detrimental to make advanced ...

It was January 25th of 1979, at an unassuming Michigan Ford Motor Company factory. Productivity over the past years had been ...

Researchers have developed an AI control system that enables soft robotic arms to learn a wide repertoire of motions and ...

According to Zhao, the industry is advancing on two key fronts: motion control (algorithms for stability and smooth movement) and the "autonomous brain", powered by embodied AI. The ultimate goal is a ...

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Medtronic wanted to partner with surgeons on all aspects of surgery, not just create an enhanced robotic experience. Hugo was designed to respond to surgeons’ wants and needs — like ergonomic comfort ...

In a striking display of agility and grace, a humanoid robot named "Adam-U Ultra" has danced its way through a complex, highly energetic routine without faltering, slipping or missing a beat.

Some exoskeletons can also reverse their motors to help you build strength and burn calories by adding extra resistance: the ...

If large language models are the brains of machines, then dexterous robotic hands are becoming their bodies. As AI steps out ...

GeekWire chronicles the Pacific Northwest startup scene. Sign up for our weekly startup newsletter, and check out the GeekWire funding tracker and VC directory. by Alan Boyle on Jan 14, 2026 at 8:15 ...