Early demos relied heavily on remote human operators for Neo, but the man behind the machine says Neo is getting better at doing things on its own.
Human–robot interaction (HRI) and gesture-based control systems represent a rapidly evolving research field that seeks to bridge the gap between human intuition and robotic precision. This area ...
A human-centered remote monitoring and control system for industrial robots upgrades remote connectivity and control. Olis Connect provides users with a unique remote ...
By learning from human touch, robots can grip objects more safely and adapt to real-world conditions without massive training ...
This humanoid robot has a mind of its own. Researchers at Tianjin University in China have created a robot that is controlled by human brain cells in a first-of-its-kind breakthrough in biocomputation ...
Robots have evolved beyond repetitive tasks to incorporate AI, machine learning, and sensor fusion technologies that enable ...
Variable admittance control (VAC) has emerged as a pivotal framework in realising safe, efficient, and responsive human–robot interaction (HRI). This dynamic control strategy adjusts the robot’s ...
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Is 2026 the year home robots stop being demos?

How often are today’s “home robots” actually doing the work alone? In many of the most convincing kitchen-and-laundry demos, ...
Chinese robot maker Dobot Robotics has showcased its humanoid 'Atom' robot preparing a delicious steak. Although impressive enough, the real feat was the fact that the robot was remotely operated from ...