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Meet the robot bird that leaps into the air. Researchers at EPFL have developed RAVEN, a robot inspired by birds’ ability to seamlessly navigate land and air. With multifunctional legs, RAVEN can jump into flight, walk, and hop over obstacles—just like its avian counterparts. Jumping take-offs are not only faster but also more energy-efficient than traditional methods, making RAVEN ideal for tackling complex terrains. Could this bird-inspired design pave the way for more versatile multi-modal robots? #Robotics #drones #Innovation #BioInspiredDesign

Redefining Drone Control with Thrust Vectoring Mathieu Bresciani’s thrust vectoring drone highlights the potential of the technology in drones. Powered by PX4 Autopilot, this single-ducted fan design demonstrates impressive control and maneuverability. Thrust vectoring’s emergence in UAV technology could offer improved stability and agility for drone applications in search and rescue, infrastructure inspection, and precise indoor navigation. Let us know what you think? Let us know below.

AI and Robotics Are Changing the Way We Build Robots like DaFang AI’s wall-finishing robot are changing construction by automating the plastering process. Using advanced sensors and algorithms, this robot can achieve precise, consistent surface finishes, while adjusting to surface irregularities. Beyond efficiency, it contributes to workplace safety by reducing physical strain on workers and minimizing exposure to dust and harmful particles. The future of construction is here. Do you think its a good one?

Meet the hopping drone with a spring-loaded leg 💡 Researchers from the WELL Lab have created PogoX, a unique robot combining a drone with a spring-loaded pogo-stick leg. Designed for carrying heavy loads that prevent flying, PogoX uses its leg to hop efficiently when the thrust-to-weight ratio is less than 1. PogoX can adjust its hopping height, move horizontally, and handle uneven terrain or external pushes, showcasing an interesting new approach to movement for aerial robots. #drones #Robotics #Innovation

These drones dock together to lift heavy objects. Researchers from the City University of Hong Kong have developed a modular drone system made of quadrotors with foldable arms that can reconfigure themselves mid-flight. Using elastic components, the arms switch between folded and unfolded states by adjusting thrust—no human intervention needed. The drones can dock together during a mission to perch, carry heavier payloads, or perform thrust vectoring, making them super versatile. #drones #robotics

Lightweight air & ground robot 💡 Researchers from The University of Auckland have developed a lightweight kirigami-based soft gripper designed for drones, paired with a robot called OmniRotor that flies and rolls. This new system combines quick object handling with versatile movement, potentially making it useful for tasks like search-and-rescue, maintenance, and deliveries. The OmniRotor combines a drone and ground vehicle in one, allowing it to pick up and move objects efficiently in complex environments like construction sites. Do you think this innovation could make its way to the workplace? #robotics #drones

Changing light bulbs with robotic grippers 💡 Researchers from Ajou University have introduced the INDEX gripper, which has three fingers and a 9-degree-of-freedom. Tests have shown it can apply up to 40.6 N of force, carry payloads of 12.2 kg, and operate with a repeatability error of less than 0.0244 mm. The gripper successfully completed tasks like light bulb installation and bolting, highlighting its promise in industrial applications. #robotics #innovation

Drones are Revolutionizing Construction Site Mapping Ever wondered how construction projects, like highways, are tracked? Traditional methods like satellite imagery often lack detail, while planes and helicopters are expensive and infrequent. We with spoke Marcos Bayuelo, a VP at Wingtra, about how their drones have transformed aerial data capture - offering fast, accurate 3D mapping without putting people at risk. Civil engineers can now compare designs to real-time progress, and project managers can make smarter decisions to keep projects on track and on budget. #Drones #ConstructionTech #Innovation

Pushing the Limits of Android Design With an actuated lumbar spine and fully functional abdominal muscles, Clone's Torso 2 could be the most advanced android yet. It features 910 muscle fibers powering 164 degrees of freedom, guided by 182 sensors for precise feedback control. Using pneumatic actuation, Clone demonstrates its hardware’s capabilities through hand-coded muscle sequences. A silent hydraulic system and updated visor are in the works, and legs are coming soon. #robotics #humanoid #tech

Humanoids working together on the factory floor. Magiclab’s MagicBot is the latest humanoid robot to be deployed to production lines, tackling everything from product inspections and precision assembly to inventory management. The real standout? These robots don’t just work—they collaborate. Watch as multiple MagicBots sync up seamlessly, giving us a glimpse into efficiency and teamwork in the future of industrial automation. #Robotics #Automation #FutureOfWork