Mindbytes Sep 30, 2026 Innodata Opens Motion-Capture Lab for Robot Training and Testing The New Jersey facility combines direct movement recording with external robot evaluation, targeting the data requirements of physical AI. Linsey Smith 1 min read
News Sep 28, 2026 EdgeCortix unveils RAIDEN chiplet platform for physical AI applications EdgeCortix has introduced RAIDEN, a multi-die chiplet architecture designed to scale AI compute for robots, autonomous systems, and edge servers. The platform ranges from single-die to four-die configurations, with the flagship X4 offering up to 3.36 petaflops of FP4 compute and 256 GB of memory. The chiplet approach aims to solve the scaling limitations faced by physical AI systems that must perceive, reason, and act in real-time environments. Giulio Prisco 3 min read
News Aug 25, 2026 A robot model that picks up new skills from one short example Generalist AI describes GEN-1.5, which adapts to simple physical tasks in seconds by placing a demonstration in its memory and acting without further weight changes. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Aug 19, 2026 New geometric method lets robots change shape without motors Researchers use simple rules of curved folds and shell structures to create multistable forms that snap into place and move under magnetic control alone. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Mar 17, 2026 Scientists develop neurobots with self-organizing nervous systems from frog cells Neurobots integrate neurons into living frog-cell robots to create complex movement patterns and possible sensory abilities, revealing new insights into biological plasticity and regenerative medicine applications. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Aug 17, 2026 Tiny drones that fly using sound waves Engineers create lightweight robots and flying devices that generate thrust from acoustic cavities without any motors or onboard electronics. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Sep 29, 2025 New way to make microscale robots from lung cells Researchers develop small living robots called AggreBots from human lung cells that move using hair-like structures, with potential for medical uses inside the body. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Dec 1, 2025 A research project on smarter robots that can adapt to unpredictable home environments This new project aims to create helpful assistants for the elderly that can handle surprises and change their plans when necessary to finish complex daily tasks. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Aug 12, 2025 New programmable folding sheet for robots Researchers create a flexible material that allows robots to change shape instantly based on their surroundings, making them more adaptable for various tasks without needing full redesigns. Giulio Prisco 2 min read
News Jul 3, 2026 Underestanding a fast-contracting organism could lead to faster artificial muscles Researchers discover that a single-celled creature uses calcium and a unique fishnet-shaped structure to move much faster than human muscles. Giulio Prisco 2 min read