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The space industry builds rockets, satellites, and tech that explore space, connect the world, and drive new discoveries.

China’s First Space Tourists May Share Orbit with a Fighting Humanoid Robot

January 28, 2026January 26, 2026 by Mike Kalil
InterstellOr founder/CEO Lei Shiqing with EngineAI's PM01 humanoid robot

Beijing-based startup InterstellOr (穿越者) just confirmed that more than 20 participants have secured seats aboard its first crewed mission scheduled for 2028.

Why Japan Makes the Cutest Robots in the World

November 2, 2025April 2, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Japan's Cute AI-Powered Robots

Robots are getting smarter and more capable every day. In Japan, they’re also getting cuter.

‘City Killer’ Asteroid 2024 YR4 Prompts Global Action as Impact Threat Doubles

May 14, 2026February 16, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Deflecting 2024 YR4 Asteroid Concept Illustration

The discovery of asteroid 2024 YR4 has nations scrambling. If YR4 collides with Earth, it could cause damage similar to the 1908 Tunguska event.

Will China Put the First Humanoid Robot on the Moon?

November 1, 2025November 15, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Illustration of concept of Chinese humanoid robot with 4 wheels on the south pole of the moon

China is apparently planning to send a humanoid robot to the moon as part of its Chang’e-8 lunar mission.

Inchworm Space Robot Withstands Simulation Space Conditions

May 4, 2026October 23, 2024 by Mike Kalil
GITAI Inchworm Type Robot

A robot that moves like an inchworm and is designed for autonomous operations in space has just inched closer to deployment.

Humanoid Robots in Space: Past, Present, and Future

May 4, 2026September 29, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Collage of Humanoid Robots for Space Travel

The journey to sending humanoids into space began with decades of advancements in robotics.

Scaling Tesla Optimus Production to 1 Million+

May 4, 2026September 11, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Tesla Optimus humanoid robot holds 100 millionth battery cell

The Tesla Optimus humanoid robot will likely require three major iterations to reach a highly refined version.

Sophia’s Sister Ria, Fourier GR-2, XPENG PX5, ISRO Humanoid Skull, Aheadform

May 4, 2026August 29, 2024 by Mike Kalil

At UC San Diego, an advanced AI robot named RIA helps students prepare for real-world medical patient care.

Digital Twin 100-Year Timeline: From Early Simulations to Synthetic Human Integrations

May 3, 2026June 10, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Illustration: Digital Twin Evolution

The virtual replicas of physical entities are revolutionizing industries from manufacturing to healthcare to urban planning with their advanced simulation capabilities.

As Seen in Bollywood: India’s Rapid Industrial Transformation

May 3, 2026June 7, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Jab We Met (2007) Bollywood Movie

In the past few decades, India has transformed dramatically.

US Space Force Unveils Highly Anticipated Commercial Space Strategy

November 1, 2025April 11, 2024 by Mike Kalil
US Space Force Unveils Commercial Space Strategy

The United States Space Force points to growing threats in space in its report detailing its new Commercial Space Strategy.

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