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Real-World Cooking Robot System

May 4, 2026October 8, 2024 by Mike Kalil

Researchers from the University of Tokyo recently unveiled a cutting-edge cooking robot system that can autonomously read recipes, identify ingredients, and cook meals.

China vs. Germany: Why Neura Robotics Moved Operations

May 4, 2026October 7, 2024 by Mike Kalil

China vs Germany Robotics industry illustration

The founder of Neura Robotics recently revealed why he moved his company’s operations from China to Germany.

JAKA K-1 Robot Debuts with High Range of Motion and Dexterity

May 4, 2026October 4, 2024 by Mike Kalil

JAKA Robotics just debuted its new humanoid robot, the K-1, intended for high-precision tasks ranging from electronics assembly to surgical assistance.

The History of Port Automation-Fueled Labor Disputes

November 1, 2025October 3, 2024 by Mike Kalil

Port Automation Labor Disputes Concept Illustration

Here’s a look back at some of the key labor disputes over automation in port industries across different regions.

BMW Creates Photorealistic Digital Twin of Series 5 Sedan with Unreal Engine

May 4, 2026October 3, 2024 by Mike Kalil

Screengrab of photorealistic digital twin created with Unreal Engine 5.5

BMW has introduced a photorealistic digital twin of its 5 Series midsized sedan, built with Unreal Engine 5.5’s real-time rendering capabilities.

Figure 03 Confirmed: Production-Ready Model to Face Off Against Tesla Optimus

May 4, 2026October 1, 2024 by Mike Kalil

FigureAI founder Brett Adcock gave Herbert Ong, host of the Brighter with Herbert podcast, a private preview of the Figure 03 robot.

How Infants Perceive Humanoid Robots

November 6, 2025October 1, 2024 by Mike Kalil

Infant Perception of Humanoid Robots Illustration

New research led by a team from Tampere University in Finland suggests that infants respond to humanoid robots similarly to real people during eye contact.