Robotic Glove Uses Light To Measure the Sense of Touch

Medicine & Technology Nov 14, 2020

The new technology can someday upgrade AR and VR experiences.

Soft robotics: Self-healing material sees applications in artificial muscles

Oct 10, 2019

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Texas are working on liquid metal–liquid crystal elastomers as a possible material for artificial muscles and other wearable technology.

Optical Lace Material Helps Soft Robots React to Their Environment

Sep 20, 2019

Researchers develop an optical lace to replace robot ‘flesh’ to improve its sensitivity to touch.

Scientists Develop Robots That Can Heal Themselves

Aug 11, 2019

A European commission-funded research aims to develop robots that can repair themselves, making them more efficient and sustainable.

NASA Investigating Soft Robots to Help Explore Other Worlds

May 09, 2019

Two interns at NASA are part of a larger group working on "soft robots" that could be used for exploring worlds beyond Earth. This includes the moon, NASA's next major destination for astronauts.

3D-printed Four-legged Soft Robot Can Walk On Rough Terrain Such As Sand Or Pebbles

May 17, 2017

UC San Diego-based engineers build the first 3D printed quadrupled soft robot. They claimed that the robot can climb over any obstacle like sand and pebbles.