New quantum magnet unleashes electronics potential
Researchers discover how to control the anomalous Hall effect and Berry curvature to create flexible quantum magnets for use in computers, robotics, and sensors.
Researchers discover how to control the anomalous Hall effect and Berry curvature to create flexible quantum magnets for use in computers, robotics, and sensors.
A new technique helps a nontechnical user understand why a robot failed, and then fine-tune it with minimal effort to perform a task effectively.
PIGINet leverages machine learning to streamline and enhance household robots' task and motion planning, by assessing and filtering feasible solutions in complex environments.
Luca Carlone and Jonathan How of MIT LIDS discuss how future robots might perceive and interact with their environment.
New soft-bodied robots that can be controlled by a simple magnetic field are well suited to work in confined spaces.
A new computational method facilitates the dense placement of objects inside a rigid container.
New online journal seeks to bring together the MIT community to discuss the social responsibilities of individuals who design, implement, and evaluate technologies.
A new AI-based approach for controlling autonomous robots satisfies the often-conflicting goals of safety and stability.
Students learn about the complexity behind simple, everyday movement before experimenting with mechanical models.
Researchers create a new simulation tool for robots to manipulate complex fluids in a step toward helping them more effortlessly assist with daily tasks.
With winches, spinners, and telescoping contraptions, bots go head to head in student robot competition inspired by “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.”
The illustrious prize supports early-career scientists and engineers as they pursue interdisciplinary work.
SoftZoo is a soft robot co-design platform that can test optimal shapes and sizes for robotic performance in different environments.
Rather than start from scratch after a failed attempt, the pick-and-place robot adapts in the moment to get a better hold.
Researchers demonstrate a low-power “wake-up” receiver one-tenth the size of other devices.