How “Robot Bloodhounds” Detect Odours On The Ground
Robot Bloodhounds: from fiction to reality Robot bloodhounds have come in many forms over the years. They’ve been iconic in works of fiction but have also been designed for military use, for research, and of course for consumers. From Dr Who’s charming sidekick ‘K-9’, to the terrifying dogs in Black Mirror’s Metalhead. Fictional depictions of […]
Could You Fall in Love With a Robot?
Forget stealing your job… in the future, a robot may well steal your heart. Technology is leaving no stone unturned when it comes to the impact it has on all aspects of modern life. Long gone are the days of finding love in the traditional sense. People are opting to use apps like Tinder or […]
5 Fascinating Ted Talks About Robotics
Robots, of all kinds, are changing the way we live. Thanks to the amazing people working on this technology, our lives will not be the same again. Robotics technology is advancing in its applications across different industries. Watch these engaging TedTalks on the projects some of the best and brightest minds in robotics are working […]
The Softer Side of Robots
Despite the advancements in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Robots have not learnt how to show emotion. Not just yet, anyway! When we think of robots, more often than not images of clunky contraptions, metal hinged joints and bulky movements. Whilst there are lots of applications for hard robotic machines such as factory lines, farming, military […]
Rise of the Robot
The Atlas robot from Boston Dynamics is a pretty resilient chap, judging by this video. He can trudge through uneven snow. Be knocked off his feet… and get up again (in an eerily similar way to the film Real Steel). And perform the tasks carried out in warehouses or shops across the country. It’s […]