Rolling robots and mechanisms represent a dynamic research field at the intersection of mechanical design, advanced control and materials engineering. These systems harness innovative kinematic ...

Castilleja High School robotics team members operate their robot at the 2024 FIRST Championship in Houston on April 17, 2024. Courtesy Castilleja High School. At approximately 121 pounds and 26 inches ...

The convergence of mechanics and electronics in robotics brings with it a lot of challenges. Thanks to 3D printing and low cost components, it’s possible to quickly and easily experiment with a ...

Dynamic balancing underpins the performance and reliability of both complex mechanisms and advanced robotic systems. By optimising mass distribution and inertia properties, engineers can substantially ...

One of the challenges with humanoid robots, besides keeping them upright, is finding compact combinations of actuators and joint mechanisms that allow for good range of smooth motion while still ...

An egg-cracking beam relies on a hyperelastic torque reversal mechanism similar to that used by mantis shrimp and jumping fleas. Credit: Seoul National University. We usually think of robots as being ...

In order for a soft-bodied robot to be practical, it has to be simple, light and energy-efficient, yet still reasonably quick. A newly developed mechanism fits the bill, and it's inspired by the ...

Students reflect on engineering challenges, teamwork, and global competition as they prepare to represent South Texas on the ...

Abstract: This article explores the critical role of global service and support mechanisms in optimizing large-scale robotics operations. It examines how integrating advanced technologies such as ...

An autonomous robot from the company Honor ran a half marathon in 50:26, beating the human record by 7 minutes.