Meet the Hyper-Realistic Humanoid Robots Creeping into the Mainstream
As humanoid robots become more physically capable, realism is turning into the new battleground.
Russia
Russia was the first nation to launch an artificial satellite, Sputnik, and continues to play a key role in global space programs through Roscosmos. Russia also has strong industrial and defense sectors, with ongoing development in aerospace, robotics, and nuclear technology that influence global innovation and security.
Russian Humanoid Robot Towers Over Putin in High-Stakes Debut
A new Russian humanoid robot just faced President Vladimir Putin in a televised encounter made even more charged by a recent onstage flop in Moscow.
1st Russian General-Purpose Humanoid Stumbles into Public View
AIDOL, billed as the former Soviet Union’s first fully autonomous humanlike robot, is going viral for its unveiling in front of a live audience in Moscow.
Unitree Distances Itself from China’s AI Military Robots as It Heads Toward IPO
Unitree Robotics is emphasizing its civilian focus to build trust before its imminent initial public offering.
Anduril Unveils Dive-XL Uncrewed Submarine to Counterbalance China’s Growing Naval Fleets
Anduril’s new underwater robot can stay fully submerged longer than any other vehicle in its class, making it harder to detect.
Zhenya AKA The Plumber: Russia’s Emotionally Intelligent Humanoid Robot
Zhenya, nicknamed The Plumber, is a Russian humanoid robot that reportedly analyze and respond to human emotions in real-time.
Humanoid Robots in Space: Past, Present, and Future
The journey to sending humanoids into space began with decades of advancements in robotics.
EX Robot Called Out for Imposter Humanoids at World Robot Conference
Viral videos from the 2024 World Robot Conference in Beijing surprised viewers with the robots displayed by Chinese company Ex-Robots looking uncannily real.
Digital Twin 100-Year Timeline: From Early Simulations to Synthetic Human Integrations
The virtual replicas of physical entities are revolutionizing industries from manufacturing to healthcare to urban planning with their advanced simulation capabilities.
Autonomous Drone Evolution: From the 1900s to the 22nd Century
Journey through the history of drones, from their early beginnings in the 1910s to the bold possibilities of the future.
Navy Explores Digital Twins for Wargaming Amid Capacity Concerns
The US Navy is exploring digital twin technology for wargaming amid growing concerns about its shipbuilding capacity.