Robotics

The Reflexes of a Robot Bird

This drone dodges twigs in the dark—no GPS, no fear. Meet SUPER, the birdlike robot redefining high-speed autonomous flight.

Synthetic Muscle That Heals Itself

An award-nominated breakthrough in soft robotics allows machines to detect, repair, and reset damage—without human help. Discover how Husker engineers built a system that mimics skin’s self-healing abilities.

Teaching Lasers to Think

Lasers that learn? Empa researchers slash testing times in metal 3D printing using machine learning—making laser processes cheaper, faster, and smarter.

This Silicone Shatters the Rules of Electronics

Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered a silicone material that conducts electricity and glows in color—reshaping what we thought possible in soft electronics.

Every 3D Print Tells a Hidden Story

Each 3D-printed part carries a microscopic, machine-specific fingerprint. With AI, researchers can now trace a part’s exact origin from a single photo — a revolution in manufacturing oversight.

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