Robotics

Electro-hydraulic actuators mimic muscles, using oil-filled bags with electrodes. Voltage creates attraction, moving oil and shortening the bag, enabling paired movements.

Cornell researchers create biohybrid robots using fungal mycelia, enabling environmental sensing and responsive movement to light and touch.

MIT's zinc-air microbattery, smaller than a sand grain, powers tiny robots. It uses air to oxidise zinc, generating 1 volt for circuits and sensors.

Ornek develops AI robot guide dog IC4U using NVIDIA Jetson. Features sound sensors, 3D camera, detects objects, and assists shopping. Aims to help visually impaired navigate.

ORBIT-Surgical, a simulation framework to train robots for surgical procedures, supports manoeuvres inspired by laparoscopic training. It may aid surgeons