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Engineering the future of robotics at Texas A&M

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At Texas A&M University, a modest building on the Rellis campus houses one of the most ambitious robotics programs in the United States.

Inside, robots are being built to explore craters on the Moon, traverse flooded terrain on Earth, and maybe one day change the way humans and machines work together in extreme environments.

Leading it all is Dr Robert Ambrose, a NASA veteran who spent decades at the Johnson Space Center before joining Texas A&M in 2021. [Read more…] about Engineering the future of robotics at Texas A&M

MassRobotics, AWS, and Nvidia launch first-of-its-kind physical AI fellowship

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The program aims at accelerating research and development of startups building at the intersection of physical AI and robotics

MassRobotics has announced the Physical AI Fellowship, a virtual program powered by Amazon Web Services Startups and Nvidia Inception to help high-potential robotics startups build, refine, and scale physical AI solutions.

The inaugural Fall 2025 cohort includes some of the most promising startups working within physical AI and serving a multitude of industries. Throughout the program, fellows will work one-on-one with scientists and engineers from the AWS Generative AI Innovation Center to refine their physical AI solutions.

Physical AI is increasingly critical to the development of complex hardware, especially robotics. Delivering advanced tools and support to startups will help the AI-powered robotics industry grow exponentially. [Read more…] about MassRobotics, AWS, and Nvidia launch first-of-its-kind physical AI fellowship

Perspective from Thales: The power of diversity in STEM

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By Sam McBriar, director of research, technology and solution innovation, and Charlotte Grinyer, principal AI researcher, at one of the world’s leading aerospace and defence companies, Thales UK

The face of the technology sector has changed over recent decades. Historically shaped by a narrow demographic, the industry is waking up to the reality that diverse perspectives aren’t just welcome – they are essential.

This isn’t about box-ticking or cultural sentiment – it’s about building better solutions. Diversity – of gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity, working background and lived experience – strengthens innovation by unlocking creative problem-solving, challenging assumptions, and producing outcomes that more accurately reflect the world we live in.

As the UK pursues its ambition to become a global leader in AI, as set out in the Prime Minister’s 2025 AI Opportunities Action Plan, it’s clear that people will be just as critical as technology. If we want smarter systems, we need broader perspectives. [Read more…] about Perspective from Thales: The power of diversity in STEM

Abu Dhabi’s TII and Nvidia open Middle East’s first AI and robotics research lab

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Pioneering humanoid and robotics R&D with next-generation AI integration

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has joined forces with Nvidia to launch the Middle East’s “first” joint lab dedicated to both artificial intelligence and robotics.

This landmark collaboration establishes a first-of-its-kind hub in the region for developing next-generation AI models, robotics platforms, and humanoid technologies that will accelerate innovation across industries.

The announcement of the TII-NVAITC (Nvidia AI Technology Center) Joint Lab for AI and Robotics was made during a signing ceremony held at TII’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, bringing together senior leaders from both organizations. [Read more…] about Abu Dhabi’s TII and Nvidia open Middle East’s first AI and robotics research lab

Most frequently asked questions in robotics: What is robotics vs. automation vs. robots?

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This is the third article in a series of FAQs about robotics. The first one and the second one can be found on this website. This article deals with the question: What is robotics vs. automation vs. robots?

In simple terms, “robotics” is the broader science; “robots” are physical units; and “automation” is the enabling technology. Moreover, “automation” is the umbrella term within which “robotics” is a sub-sector.

Though often used interchangeably, the terms robotics, robots, and automation refer to distinct – but overlapping – concepts.

Understanding the differences is essential for anyone navigating today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, from engineers and investors to factory workers and everyday consumers. [Read more…] about Most frequently asked questions in robotics: What is robotics vs. automation vs. robots?

JPMorgan report: Robotics and automation surge as investors back ‘science made real’

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The robotics and automation sector is experiencing a dramatic rise in investor interest, as the industry matures from theoretical science to real-world application, according to JPMorgan’s newly released Applied Tech report.

JPMorgan, the world’s largest bank, defines “Applied Technology” as the sector that bridges scientific discovery and engineering innovation – essentially translating lab-born concepts into real-world tools.

Robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation form a core part of this applied frontier, where the theoretical is rapidly becoming practical. [Read more…] about JPMorgan report: Robotics and automation surge as investors back ‘science made real’

A robot renaissance with a human focus: Hexagon’s 2035 vision for intelligent autonomy

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Hexagon, a specialist in measurement technologies, has published its 2025 flagship report, Future of robotics 2035: Insights from industry experts.

The thought-provoking analysis charts the accelerating fusion of artificial intelligence and robotics – and what it will take for workforces, businesses, and societies to thrive through the transformation.

Drawing on expert interviews, global economic insights, and survey findings from automation leaders, the report reveals a pivotal turning point. [Read more…] about A robot renaissance with a human focus: Hexagon’s 2035 vision for intelligent autonomy

Toyota Research Institute unveils breakthrough in Large Behavior Models that requires ‘80 percent less data’

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Toyota Research Institute (TRI) has unveiled promising results from a large-scale study on a new class of AI systems called Large Behavior Models (LBMs), which could significantly accelerate the development of general-purpose robots capable of adapting to real-world tasks.

The research, published today, shows that a single LBM can learn hundreds of manipulation tasks and apply that knowledge to new challenges with up to 80 percent less data compared to traditional approaches.

This marks a potential shift in how robots are trained, enabling them to generalize from diverse experiences rather than being hardcoded for specific tasks. [Read more…] about Toyota Research Institute unveils breakthrough in Large Behavior Models that requires ‘80 percent less data’

How do robots work? Sensors, controllers, actuators and software explained

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This article is part of a series of articles based on common questions in robotics. The previous article dealt with the question: What is a robot?

Robots are machines designed to perform tasks – ranging from simple, repetitive actions to complex decision-making processes. But how do they actually work?

At the most basic level, every robot operates through a combination of four core components: sensors, controllers, actuators, and software. These systems work together, often in a closed feedback loop, to carry out programmed instructions and respond to the environment in real time. [Read more…] about How do robots work? Sensors, controllers, actuators and software explained

How Do Cloud LMS Tools Enhance Corporate Training?

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Training employees efficiently is essential to success in the current business climate. Organizations are always looking for new ways of enhancing the learning process.

This is where the cloud-based Learning Management Systems(LMS) come to serve as a helpful solution.

They can offer several advantages that change how organizations conduct training. In this post, we will examine how cloud LMS tools improve and redefine corporate training. [Read more…] about How Do Cloud LMS Tools Enhance Corporate Training?