Articles tagged with Robotics
A national survey and cohort study found that patients are accepting and satisfied with robotic system evaluations, with 92.5% reporting satisfaction. Robotic systems are deemed useful for acquiring vital signs, conducting testing, and supporting placement of intravenous catheters.
A study found that patients are open to interacting with robots for symptom evaluation, reducing in-person contact. Robots equipped with sensors and video communication can measure vital signs and perform minor procedures like nasal swabs.
Researchers assessed the feasibility and acceptability of a mobile robotic system in acquiring vital signs, performing nasal or oral swabs, and facilitating contactless triage interviews. The study suggests that robotic systems may be a viable option for improving patient care in emergency departments.
A new COVID-19 screening platform, C19-SPAR-Seq, has been developed to rapidly analyze thousands of samples for variants. The platform boasts a sensitivity rate greater than 95%, making it a crucial tool in the fight against the pandemic.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have connected a real locust ear to a robot that receives electrical signals and responds accordingly. The locust's ear detects vibrations in the air, allowing the robot to move forward or backward based on clapping sounds.
A new prototype of an intelligent underground robotic system has been developed to reduce noise and pollution in civil works. The system consists of a surface vehicle with a geo-radar and an autonomous underground robot that drills from one point to another, eliminating the need for digging ditches.
Researchers at the University of Oregon found that small electrical sparks may be triggered by friction in Martian dust particles. The sparks, likely to be small and pose little danger, suggest that Mars may be an electrically active place with unique characteristics.
A systematic review identified approaches to tackle loneliness and social isolation during the pandemic, including robotic dogs, mindfulness, and Tai Chi. The studies showed that these interventions could be effective even with social distancing measures in place.
Researchers at the University of Zurich have developed a solution to stabilize drones when one motor fails, using onboard camera information. The team equipped quadcopters with standard and event cameras, which enable the drone to estimate its position in space despite high-speed rotation. This innovation improves flight safety in area...
Stroke survivors regained clinically significant arm movement and control using a brain-machine interface coupled with a robotic device. The therapy showed potential for long-term benefits, suggesting a novel approach to rehabilitation.
A new study in the Journal of Dairy Science found that heifers trained on a phantom before introducing an automated milking system visited the actual system more frequently, increasing milk yield. The training program reduced the need for human assistance during milking and prepared animals well for early lactation.
A fleet of deep-diving ocean robots will investigate how marine life captures and stores carbon from the atmosphere. The research, called SOLACE, aims to improve our understanding of the 'carbon pump', a process responsible for pumping large volumes of carbon into the ocean.
A team of researchers demonstrated that popular robotic household vacuum cleaners can be remotely hacked to record speech and music. They used signal processing and deep learning techniques to recover sound waves from the laser-based navigation system, revealing potential security risks and privacy breaches.
A new grant will enable scientists to deploy 500 robotic ocean-monitoring floats around the globe, collecting data on ocean chemistry and biology between the surface and 2,000 meters. The project aims to improve computer models of ocean fisheries and climate, and monitor the effects of ocean warming and acidification.
A new robotic device called TruST helps children with cerebral palsy improve their trunk and reaching control, allowing them to sit stably and perform daily activities without assistance. After a two-year pilot study, four children aged 6-14 showed significant postural and reaching control improvements.
A team of engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder has designed a robot inspired by pufferfish to improve drone safety. The PufferBot features an inflatable airbag that can expand in size to prevent dangerous collisions between people and machines.
A recent study shows that robot swarms can follow instructions to create paintings, using a system where an artist selects areas of the canvas to be painted a certain color. The resulting images are abstract and pleasing to the eye, with unique areas of color flowing into each other.
A robotic fish helped researchers understand how individual speed affects collective behavior in animal groups. The study found that faster individuals have a stronger influence on group-level behavior.
A Cedars-Sinai study found that robotic surgery for oropharyngeal cancer is associated with improved health outcomes, including better long-term survival rates and reduced risks of positive surgical margins. The procedure's increased use since FDA approval in 2009 was linked to these benefits.
The SAMURAI system measures signals across a wide frequency range, providing a detailed portrait of 5G device and channel performance. The system helps resolve unanswered questions surrounding 5G's use of active antennas, improving theory, hardware, and analysis techniques for accurate channel models and efficient networks.
Research highlights parallels between sci-fi author Frederik Pohl's works and modern world's consumer patterns, including hyper-consumption and ecological disaster. Dr Mike Ryder's study explores how Pohl's predictions are relevant today, with social media and augmented reality games mirroring his futuristic worlds.
A new study uses a humanoid chewing robot to assess medicated chewing gum, replicating human chewing motion in a closed environment. The researchers found that the robot demonstrates a similar release rate of xylitol as human participants, with the greatest release occurring during the first five minutes of chewing.
Researchers developed a novel EEG system that can measure brain activity from multiple adult zebrafish simultaneously, opening up new possibilities for cheaper and faster drug screening for neurological disorders. This study successfully mapped changes in brain signals during epileptic attacks and demonstrated the efficacy of an anti-e...
A Stanford research team developed a framework for routing delivery drones over ground transit networks, quadrupling their effective flight range. The 'makespan' of any batch of deliveries was under an hour in San Francisco and under two hours in Washington, D.C.
Researchers adapt robotics techniques to efficiently assess quantum device performance, stabilizing the emerging technology. This innovative approach outperforms simplistic characterisation in complex simulated environments.
Scientists from CNRS, Université de Lorraine, and Inrae have developed a cable-driven robot that can follow and interact with free-flying insects. The robot successfully studied the free flight of moths up to a speed of 3 meters/second, enabling researchers to better understand insect orientation strategies.
A new study from Johns Hopkins University proves the feasibility of using photoacoustic imaging for medical procedures, offering a potential replacement for current radiation-based methods. The technique involves using light and sound to produce images without ionizing radiation.
A study by Tohoku University researchers demonstrates that motor synergy emerges in robotic agents using deep reinforcement learning, enabling improved motor performance and energy consumption
A research team has induced a re-association of the right thumb with a virtual left arm through visuo-motor synchronization in a virtual environment. The study contributes to understanding body schemes of augmented humans and their limitations. Body-part re-association may be applied to developing functional prosthesis and embodied tools.
Cameron Nowzari designs robotic swarm system that exhibits various emergent behaviors without collisions. The project aims to co-design dynamic stigmergic controllers and agents for a fully autonomous system.
Researchers successfully treated brain aneurysms using a robotic system, enabling precise stent and coil placement. The technology has the potential to deliver rapid care through remote robotics, improving patient outcomes and expanding access to cutting-edge care.
A team of engineers at Johns Hopkins University has developed a snake robot that can nimbly climb large steps using movement inspiration from snakes. The robot's suspension system allows it to maintain stability and climb up to 38% of its body length with a high success rate.
A new study published in The Journal of Urology found that most patients who underwent prostate cancer surgery experienced low levels of decision regret. Patients who played a more active role in treatment decision-making were less likely to experience regret about their choices, regardless of whether they opted for robot-assisted or o...
N-Side's smart pet wearable necklace can analyze body temperature, stress level, and sleep quality in real-time. The company plans to receive feedback from 100 people to improve the technology and product quality.
A Columbia Engineering team has invented a robotic device called the Trunk-Support Trainer (TruST) that can help people with spinal cord injuries sit more stably. The study found that TruST enabled patients to expand their active sitting workspace by an average of 25%, improving their trunk control and balance limits.
A Rutgers-led team has created an automated system to produce polymers, enabling the rapid creation of unique materials with special properties. This innovation aims to improve human health through various applications such as drugs and regenerative medicine.
New UBC research reveals that robotic vehicles like Amazon delivery drones or Mars rovers can be hacked using stealth attacks, causing them to crash or complete their missions late. The study identifies weaknesses in robotic vehicle software that could allow attackers to disrupt behavior and evade detection.
Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago report that robotic kidney transplants produce similar one- and three-year patient survival rates as those seen among nonobese patients. The study included over 230 robotic-assisted kidney transplants in patients with obesity, achieving dramatic reductions in post-surgery wound infections.
Researchers at MIT have developed a robot with an extendable appendage that can twist and turn in various configurations, yet remains rigid enough to support heavy loads. The robot's design is inspired by the way plants grow, allowing it to adapt to different tasks and environments.
Véronique Dehant's research aims to understand Mars' core, which is essential for determining the planet's habitability and potential for life. The ExoMars mission will collect Martian radio science data and analyze the planet's rotation to gain insights into its innards.
The U.S. Army's foundational research program has led to advancements in four critical areas of ground combat robotics, including sensing, movement, and teamwork. The government investment is crucial for ensuring U.S. Warfighters maintain a combat advantage, while also aligning research priorities to defeat near-peer adversarial threats.
The University of Bristol's Mantis robotic arm provides light, affordable, and simple solution for everyday users, enabling them to build and use robots without expensive kit or skills. The system simulates the sense of touch, providing haptic force feedback, and can be built and used by anyone from a secondary school student.
The 'Flying Fish' robot uses a water-reactive chemical reaction to create gas, which propels it out of the water and into a glide of up to 26 meters. The robot can travel long distances without additional power, making it suitable for collecting water samples in hazardous environments.
Four researchers from Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia have been awarded ERC Starting grants to develop collaborative robotics and biotechnologies. Their projects aim to improve human-robot interactions, create new solar energy storage methods, and enhance immunotherapies using genetically modified T cells.
Researchers present an integrated strategy for computer-augmented chemical synthesis, successfully yielding 15 different medicinally related small molecules. Their AI-informed, robotically controlled platform has the potential to greatly improve the synthesis of complex molecules, reducing manual labor and increasing scalability.
A recent study published in Scientific Reports found that humans can empathize with robots by experiencing life from their perspective. By simulating the experience of being a robot, participants showed a friendlier attitude towards them and perceived them as socially closer.
Dogs can be trained to respond to haptic vibration commands using a modified canine vest containing vibrating motors. The technology has promising results for human-canine communication in search and rescue and service animal applications.
A study using functional magnetic resonance imaging identified a brain network that determines if a robot is a worthy social partner. Participants preferred more lifelike robots, but disliked those with human-like features.
A KIST research team has successfully taught a robot to trap a dropped ball like a soccer player using surface electromyograms (sEMG) of muscles. The technology enables robots with flexible joints to mimic human movements, advancing the study of interactions between humans and robots.
Researchers have developed L-TEAM, a low-temperature DNA amplification method that works at body temperature, enabling highly sensitive nucleic acid detection. The method reduces non-specific amplification errors, making it suitable for disease diagnostics and biosensors.
Researchers studied polydactyly, a condition where people are born with extra fingers or toes. They found that the brain allocates dedicated areas to the extra digits, making them as useful as standard digits. This discovery could provide a blueprint for developing artificial limbs and digits.
Researchers found that tech-savvy people are more accepting of digital healthcare services, particularly when they have a strong belief in machine abilities and high levels of expertise. This suggests that designing interfaces to appeal to expert users can increase the adoption of automated healthcare providers.
Researchers developed a new snake-inspired soft robot using programmable kirigami metamaterials, enabling responsive surfaces and smart skins. The robot can now change its shape in response to programmed sequences of pop-ups, improving speed and accuracy.
Engineers at Duke University create a smart robotic system that uses physics-based models and path planning algorithms to locate gaseous leaks in complex environments. The system can handle multiple sources and measure contamination rates, offering a more robust approach than existing heuristic methods.
Scientists have developed a room-temperature liquid metal-based super-stretchable sensor with high repeatability, low cost, and great stretchability. The new device was tested with excellent performance, showing the great potential for application in flexible wearable electronic devices.
Dr. Daejong Kim, a UTA associate professor, collaborates with POSCO senior principal researcher Kihwan Kim on a $80,000 grant-funded study to develop intelligent robots for inspecting and maintaining large steelmaking facilities. The goal is to improve efficiency and safety in harsh environments, such as high temperatures and toxic gases.
Biomedical engineers at Columbia University have demonstrated that neurofeedback can modify an individual's arousal state to improve performance in sensory-motor tasks. The study used brain-computer interface technology to reduce participants' arousal levels, leading to improved task completion rates and duration.
A three-year study will evaluate the efficacy of MyoPro to improve upper extremity motor function and activities of daily living in individuals with incomplete SCI. The study aims to provide data needed to expand rehabilitation options for veterans and lay the foundation for home-based strategies for improved recovery.
Researchers use fMRI to compare brain activity in humans and robots during conversation. Human dialogue activates key brain structures involved in social bonding, unlike robot interactions.
A team of USC researchers developed an AI-controlled robotic limb that can learn a new walking task in 5 minutes and adapt to other tasks without programming. The robot uses bio-inspired algorithms to build an internal map of its limb and environment, enabling it to develop personalized movements.