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It has appeared in Tesla showrooms, on its factory floors and has even posed with Kim Kardashian. But Elon Musk's vision for his human-like robot Optimus is much grander than that. Since first unveiling it at a Tesla showcase in 2022, the tech billionaire has suggested his company's droid could play a huge role in the homes and lives of people all over the world. Along with self-driving robotaxis and Cybertrucks, Musk believes Tesla robots are key to establishing a foothold in the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape. And investors who signed off on his $1tn (£760bn) pay package on Thursday would appear to agree. One of the many tasks Musk must complete to get his whopping pay deal is to deliver a million AI bots over the next decade. But is Tesla's big bet on humanoid robots rooted in science fiction or reality? Silicon Valley is gunning hard for humanoids. A report released by Morgan Stanley on Friday predicted Apple, which is reportedly looking into the robots, could potentially earn $133bn a year from them by 2040. Foxconn is reported to be deploying them at its Nvidia factory in Texas. The idea of advanced AI within a human-shaped shell is an astonishingly powerful combination in theory. It would let the tech interact with the physical world around it – and yes that includes us. While many companies have sought to develop human-like robots for factory and industrial use - such as UK robotics firm Humanoid - some are already looking to insert the tech in homes. The highly-publicised Neo from tech firm 1X, slated to launch in 2026, can do menial chores like emptying the dishwasher, folding clothes and fetching you items. It will cost $20,000 but it does come with a caveat - the WSJ reported it was actually controlled by a person wearing a virtual reality headset. Forrester analyst Brian Hopkins said the falling costs of components, combined with improvements to robot dexterity and AI, was helping to make humanoid robots feasible for a variety of different settings. "From warehouses and restaurants to elder care and security, new use cases are gaining traction fast," he wrote in a blog post. "If current trajectories hold, humanoid robots could disrupt many physical-service industries significantly by 2030." Musk previously told investors his robots had "the potential to be more significant than the vehicle business, over time". He went one step further after his pay package deal was approved on Thursday, saying he believed it could be "the biggest product of all time by far, bigger than cell phones, bigger than anything". He has also suggested it might boost Tesla's AI ambitions - particularly in advancing artificial general intelligence (AGI) systems capable of matching human abilities. "Tesla AI might play a role in AGI, given that it trains against the outside world, especially with the advent of Optimus," he wrote on X in 2022. Elsewhere in the space, Boston Dynamics' hydraulic humanoid Atlas has captivated millions on YouTube with its gymnastics and dance routines. Viral videos of its leaps, bounds, somersaults and backflips have shown the advances in robotics over the years - with scientists now seizing upon the AI boom to boost their capabilities with systems enabling them to undertake more complex tasks. When it was retired last year, it was replaced with a newer, fully electric model developers said could contort its metal frame in even more ways. But many of the roboticists the BBC has spoken to over the years have rolled their eyes about tech firms shaping robots like humans. Practically, there is little reason for robots to have legs. The mechanics and hardware involved in creating machine legs are far more intensive. As one scientist put it - "wheels are so much more efficient". And don't get them started on why a robot doesn't need to have a head. Psychologically though, humanoids have long been a human fascination – and something reflected decades of sci-fi. You need only look to the legacy of characters such as Star Wars' C-3PO, Futurama's Bender or the Terminator to see humans might sometimes feel more comfortable around something closely resembling us. Back in reality, humanoid machines have been often far less polished and more gimmicky, clumsy and buggy than their fictional counterparts. But that appears to be changing with the likes of Optimus and sleeker droids which edge us closer to living in an uncanny valley. Tesla's droid has been appearing in more public settings as of late - serving burgers and popcorn to customers at the company's Hollywood diner. Sam Altman, boss of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, said in May he doesn't think the world is ready for humanoids, while simultaneously describing it as an incoming moment. There's no love lost between him and Elon Musk but on this occasion they seem to be on the same page that the robots are on their way – and Musk certainly has the power, the influence and the cash to make it happen. Sign up for our Tech Decoded newsletter to follow the world's top tech stories and trends. Outside the UK? Sign up here. The $1bn deal will let fans generate videos and images of more than 200 Disney characters on ChatGPT and Sora. UK researchers will get a chance to develop applications for the tech giant's quantum processor. Just a handful of companies can make cadmium zinc telluride, a material with powerful properties. The cloud computing giant's revenue miss renews questions about its financial health. Experts have called India a hedge against AI - reflecting the absence of Indian companies in the global boom. Copyright 2025 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.

by Brian Shilhavy Editor, Health Impact News Amazon announced yesterday that they had added their “1 millionth robot” to their fulfillment centers. This announcement has led to another news frenzy about how robots are replacing humans. And yet, there was nothing in Amazon’s announcement that predicted this. It was the Wall Street Journal’s (WSJ) coverage of the announcement that has been repeated and spread like wildfire through both the corporate and alternative media today. This was the opening statement of the WSJ article: The automation of Amazon.com facilities is approaching a new milestone: There will soon be as many robots as humans. (Source.) While this statement was repeated far and wide to predict that robots were now taking over the labor market and replacing humans, other facts from this announcement by Amazon were completely ignored. Tech Radar, a technology publication, had a much more balanced coverage of this announcement: Amazon Robotics VP Scott Dresser boasted that more than 700,000 employees have been upskilled since 2019 through training in robotics, engineering and maintenance, suggesting that human roles at Amazon could be evolving rather than disappearing. Dresser also noted that new fulfillment centers, including Shreveport, LA, require 30% more technical roles to look after the tech. Even the WSJ mentioned this later in their article, and gave one example: For some Amazon workers, the increasing automation has meant replacing menial, repetitive work lifting, pulling and sorting with more skilled assignments managing the machines. “I thought I was going to be doing heavy lifting, I thought I was going to be walking like crazy,” said Neisha Cruz, who spent five years picking items at an Amazon warehouse in Windsor, Conn., before she was trained to oversee robotic systems. Today she sits in front of a computer screen in a Tempe, Ariz., office making sure mobile robots inside Amazon facilities across the U.S. are working properly. She earns about 2.5 times more pay than she did when she started at Amazon. “You have completely new jobs being created,” such as robot technicians, said Yesh Dattatreya, senior applied scientist at Amazon Robotics. Warehouse workers are being trained in mechatronics and robotics apprenticeships. (Source.) So if 1 million robots have now been added to Amazon warehouses worldwide, and over 700,000 hourly workers have retrained to operate this technology, what about the technology professionals who were hired from outside Amazon, such as engineers, tech managers, tech producers who develop and maintain the equipment, etc.? That could easily make up a workforce of 1 million that offsets the 1 million robots, as Amazon admits that their fully automated warehouses require 30% MORE employees. The other thing the people predicting the end of the human labor force in favor of robots are failing to leave out of their fear mongering reports, is a picture of what these robots in Amazon warehouses look like, which is similar to the “robots” that many consumers already have in their homes: vacuum cleaner “robots”. Amazon Titan warehouse robot. Image Source. These apocalyptic articles make it sound that the robots in commercial use in Amazon warehouses are all humanoid robots with arms, legs, hands and feet. Of course one can look up “amazon robots” online and see humanoid examples, but they are still prototypes not in production yet, and may never be. From the WSJ article: Amazon has been testing a humanoid robot, its manufacturer Agility Robotics said. The robots, which have legs, arms and a head and have been tested with tasks such as recycling containers at Amazon, are still in research and development, Amazon said. Other than the Roomba-like warehouse robots, there are a few other types of robots Amazon uses that are like glorified forklifts with extensions like “arms” that can more efficiently move things through the warehouse, or grab and move something from point A to point B, and these are larger machines which would only have a few per warehouse. You can see a list of warehouse robots that Amazon currently uses here. Sorry, no humanoid robots! Image source. Warehouse automation with robotics has been around for almost 2 decades now, so let’s talk about some of the limitations and dangers of relying too much on the technology. First, they need electricity to operate, and when the grid goes down, humans can still work with backup battery-operated lights. And while all of these warehouses for sure have back-up generators, have these warehouses been fully tested to see if those back-up generators will have enough power to do more than just turn the lights back on and get the Internet back up and running? Those robots need a ton of power to operate, I would imagine. And especially with AI, new power centers are being built as rapidly as possible to meet the demand of new data centers. It was reported earlier this week in Texas that a new law gives grid operators the power to disconnect these data centers during a crisis. See: Another big concern to being so dependent on the technology is the SOFTWARE that is needed to run all of these robots. As a former Certified Microsoft Systems Engineer, I can tell you that this is a much BIGGER danger to being dependent upon all of these robots. Amazon calls its software “DeepFleet” and describes it like this: “Think of DeepFleet as an intelligent traffic management system for a city filled with cars moving through congested streets. Just as a smart traffic system could reduce wait times and create better routes for drivers, DeepFleet coordinates our robots’ movements to optimize how they navigate our fulfillment centers.” (Source.) How does one deploy this software and updates across the Amazon warehouses around the world running this software? Through the Internet. So first, the Internet has to be available at these warehouses, and secondly, that software can be hacked or have some bad code that could bring down everything. And we saw how that worked last year when a single Microsoft Windows update was deployed to millions of MS Windows computers around the world, which caused worldwide chaos when it failed, even bringing down airports’ ability to show flight information. See: The other statistic I could not find, probably because Amazon.com will not reveal it publicly, is how accurate are these robots in terms of sending the right products that were ordered to the customer? When I started my online ecommerce business back in 2002 and we experienced rapid growth, one problem we found was that the error rate in what is called “pick and pack” has to be very low when you are shipping a lot of products, or you will lose customers and revenue to those mistakes. The industry standard for error rates back then was .5%, or 99.5% success rate and shipping out the correct order to the customer, which is one mistake for every 200 packages shipped. We still maintain that standard today, with NO robots. Amazon.com ships billions of orders a day, with some of them their own branded products, mostly made in China, and the others are products of third party vendors. I don’t know what Amazon.com’s error rate is for shipping their own products with all of these robots, but for the orders they ship for other vendors, the rate is required to be below 1% to maintain their Amazon store, which is twice as high as the older standards, and the standard that my company still maintains, without robots. We know that automation with robots in warehouses does not automatically mean that their pick and pack services increase in quality, because there are websites out there instructing companies how to setup their automation to make sure it works properly. Here is one called “sortingrobotics.com”: Google’s Waymo Robotaxi. The last, and perhaps the most important question we should ask, would be: Is this technology even profitable? No, it is not. The hope is that some day they can “scale” this to mass production and make it profitable. I grew up with Amazon.com, and started my own ecommerce company just a few years later. Jeff Bezos has rich and powerful friends that allowed him to keep building up Amazon.com to become the most popular ecommerce site in the world, for over a decade without earning a profit. He was gathering so many customers into his database that investors just assumed he would one day learn how to make it profitable, so they kept throwing $millions into the company to make it happen. It would be years later when Amazon Web Services began with their Cloud computing division when they finally started earning a profit. We can be sure that the same thing is happening today with Amazon’s robotics division. As an example, we can look at Google’s Waymo robotaxis, which have been in development for about two decades now, and started with funding from the U.S. Government through the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). There have been talks for a couple of years now that Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is going to spin off Waymo as a separate company and do an IPO. But based on reported financial reports for Waymo, it is believed that it is still losing almost $1 billion every single quarter. And yet, they are the “gold standard” for robotaxis, having the most cars on the road. They do a couple of hundred thousand ride shares a week, while Uber, which is run by human drivers, does 15 million ride shares a day. Tesla just released their own robotaxis in Austin, Texas, but it is only a few cars on a closed course, with a human driver in the passenger seat. And yet, they are considered the main competitor to Waymo. While many of these driverless taxi companies are no longer revealing how many humans it takes to operate one “driverless” automobile, it has been previously published that in some of these companies it takes about 1.5 humans behind the scenes to keep these “driverless” cars operating. With Google’s Waymo, considered the gold standard with the most cars deployed, they still can NOT go to the airport or on freeways, as it is too difficult for them. And they have been working on this technology for almost two decades. It was also just announced a few days ago that Waymo “quietly” just shut down its Detroit plant. Google-affiliated autonomous vehicle company Waymo shuttered its plant in Detroit earlier this year after shifting resources and production down south. The developer of self-driving shuttle technology, along with its automotive supplier partner Magna, ceased operations at a factory leased from American Axle & Manufacturing Inc. in the first quarter, Waymo spokesman Chris Bonelli confirmed to Automotive News affiliate Crain’s Detroit Business. The closure marks a quiet ending to a ballyhooed project announced in 2019 as the “world’s first 100% dedicated Level 4 autonomous vehicle factory.” The 200,000-square-foot plant, expected to create as many as 400 engineering jobs, was seen as a major victory in Michigan’s quest to be a next-generation mobility hub. The project never met those ambitious goals. At its peak, there were 60 employees who were on Magna’s payroll doing contract work for Waymo, Magna spokesman Dave Niemiec said. (Full article.) The fact is that Silicon Valley still has too much money to throw away on science fiction, and they can continue to develop it whether consumers want it or not. Robots can NOT replace humans. They can make humans more efficient, but humans are still needed to run them. America’s over-reliance on the technology will be her downfall, and perhaps we are already watching it happen. The Pentagon’s budget has increased significantly the past few years to invest in Big Tech and AI. The Biden/Harris administration’s FY 2025 defense budget asked for close to $100 billion invested in technology like AI (source), and the new Trump administration is asking for even more (source.) Did we just observe in real time how this worked out in the REAL world during the 12-day war against Iran? The U.S. and Israel were forced to end the war after only 12 days, as they ran out of bombs. Iran, on the other hand, stated that they only used 5% of their missiles. So what does Iran have that the U.S. doesn’t? Human labor, factories, and the ability to make LOTS OF BOMBS. The U.S. and Israel thought they could rely on their technology to use espionage and terrorism to kill Iran’s top military leaders, hoping to cripple its military. It didn’t, as Iran recovered quickly, and showed superior hardware made by human labor in factories that probably had ZERO robots working in them. 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Using a machine learning technique called imitation learning, they trained the system to perform three critical surgical tasks: manipulating a needle, lifting body tissue and suturing. 3 DAYS LEFT! I’M GIVING AWAY A $500 GIFT CARD FOR THE HOLIDAYS (Ends 12/3/24 12 pm PT) What sets this approach apart is the training method. Instead of painstakingly programming each movement, the robot learned by watching hundreds of videos recorded from wrist-mounted cameras on da Vinci robots during actual surgical procedures. This method allows the robot to learn from the collective experience of numerous skilled surgeons, potentially surpassing the capabilities of any single human operator. KURT’S BEST NEW BLACK FRIDAY DEALS Da Vinci surgical system. (Intuitive) COULD YOUR NEXT PHYSICAL EXAM BE PERFORMED BY A ROBOT FINGER? The researchers developed an AI model that merges imitation learning with the machine learning architecture used in popular language models like ChatGPT. However, this model operates in the language of robotics — kinematics — translating visual input into precise robotic movements. This sophisticated approach allows the system to understand and replicate complex surgical maneuvers with remarkable accuracy. Da Vinci surgical system. (Intuitive) THE CREEPY YET HELPFUL HUMANOID ROBOT READY TO MOVE INTO YOUR HOME The surgical system not only executed tasks as proficiently as human surgeons but also demonstrated the ability to correct its own mistakes. As Axel Krieger, assistant professor at JHU, noted, "Like if it drops the needle, it will automatically pick it up and continue. This isn't something I taught it to do." This level of autonomy and adaptability is crucial in surgical settings where unexpected situations can arise. The robot's ability to problem-solve and adjust its actions in real time could potentially reduce complications and improve patient outcomes. Da Vinci surgical system. (Intuitive) ROBOTS GET A FEEL FOR HUMAN TOUCH, NO ARTIFICIAL SKIN REQUIRED This breakthrough could significantly speed up the development of autonomous surgical robots. Traditional methods of programming robots for surgery are time-consuming and limited in scope. With this new approach, Krieger explains, "We only have to collect imitation learning of different procedures, and we can train a robot to learn it in a couple days." This rapid learning capability opens up possibilities for quickly adapting surgical robots to new procedures or techniques, potentially revolutionizing the field of robotic surgery. WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? Robotic surgical system. (Johns Hopkins University) The JHU team is now working on expanding this technology to train robots to perform complete surgical procedures. While fully autonomous robotic surgery may still be years away, this innovation paves the way for safer and more accessible complex treatments worldwide. The ability to train robots on entire surgical procedures could lead to standardized, high-quality surgical care even in areas lacking specialized surgeons. GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Robotic surgical system. (Johns Hopkins University) SUBSCRIBE TO KURT’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL FOR QUICK VIDEO TIPS ON HOW TO WORK ALL OF YOUR TECH DEVICES By harnessing the power of AI and imitation learning, we're witnessing the birth of surgical robots that can learn and adapt much like human surgeons. As this technology continues to evolve, it holds the promise of reducing medical errors, increasing surgical precision, and potentially making advanced surgical procedures available to more patients globally. While there are still challenges to overcome, including ethical considerations and regulatory approvals, the future of AI-assisted and autonomous robotic surgery looks increasingly promising. 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Engineers at EPFL have unveiled a groundbreaking set of soft robots capable of simulating human touch in 16 distinct ways. Dubbed “Digits,” these modular, air-powered machines can morph, vibrate, stiffen, and deliver tactile sensations without any coding needed. It’s a leap forward for virtual reality immersion, rehabilitation, and human-robot interaction. The magic lies in pneumatic control. Digits modules, made of flexible joints and rigid links, use pressurized air pouches to transform shape and texture dynamically. They can simulate firmness, movement, and even subtle vibrations, all critical for reproducing realistic human touch. Two prototypes illustrate the potential: TangiGlove, an exoskeleton glove that provides stiffness and tactile cues, and TangiBall, a handheld module that morphs into multiple shapes, from cubes to spheres, while exerting physical feedback. Together, they demonstrate how soft robots can adapt to both open- and closed-chain interactions, expanding the scope of possible applications. Humans perceive touch through complex interactions: pressing, rubbing, gripping, sensing texture and pressure. Most existing haptic devices only scratch the surface. Digits bridge that gap by combining shape change, movement, and vibration in one system. Their modularity enables endless tactile configurations tailored to individual users or therapeutic goals. Even better, EPFL’s platform is built on Feelix, an open-source robotics framework with an intuitive interface. It uses machine learning to translate user intent into haptic sensations, no programming required. This removes a major adoption barrier for developers in VR, AR, and rehab. The Reconfigurable Robotics Lab, led by Jamie Paik, plans to deploy Digits in rehabilitation clinics to study hand and muscle recovery over extended periods. Meanwhile, developers are exploring more complex modules, richer textures, nuanced stiffness, and integration into full-body interfaces for immersive virtual environments. “We aim to redefine human-machine interaction through robots that transform shape, stiffness, and haptic feedback,” Paik explains. The goal is to create systems that work for all users, regardless of size, ability, or task demands. The full study is detailed in Advanced Intelligent Systems. This breakthrough puts EPFL at the cutting edge of soft robotics, turning lifeless machines into tactile collaborators capable of humanlike touch. Abdul Wasay explores emerging trends across AI, cybersecurity, startups and social media platforms in a way anyone can easily follow. Researchers at the University of Washington have introduced a new class of AI powered headphones that can lock onto a single person’s voice in a. Researchers are making major progress on a new class of computing machines built from living human brain cells. These experimental systems, known as biocomputers, merge. A surgical robotics system developed at UCLA has achieved a major breakthrough in eye care by enabling the world’s first successful robotic assisted cataract surgeries,. Researchers increasingly find that mindfulness the practice of maintaining present moment awareness without judgment can significantly reduce problematic smartphone use. A study published in the. Premier Pakistan technology news website with special focus on startups, entrepreneurship and consumer products. © 2025 TechJuice.PK – All rights reserved.

AI technologies are inexorably encroaching into the legal profession. At a minimum, AI robots can assist judges, perhaps correcting their decisions. I suggest they begin with family law court judges, especially those who rule in divorce cases. There is increasing female representation in family law court. The administration of justice is supposed to be blind, but we are all products of our environment. Many of the black-cloaked females harbor resentment toward “toxic males,” and are inclined to “correct” perceived historical injustices. Of course they would deny it, but that’s why it’s called unconscious bias. For some anti-male females who spent too much time dallying in gender studies, the bias is more blatant. Presuming it is trustworthy (in reality it is probably tainted with leftist “publish or perish” bias), one can examine studies about gender bias in the judicial system. An insidious manifestation is the Chivalry Hypothesis (essentially, women are treated more leniently). The bias in family law court, specifically, can be debated, recognizing that leftist social warriors with nothing better to do may try to confuse and contort the numbers (most publication editors also lean Left). Let them have at it, but here’s one thing that’s agreed upon: the sexes don’t agree on who receives favorable treatment from judges. Thus, no one can agree that divorce courts are fair -- clearly, there’s room for improvement. AI systems are only as fair as the data they are trained on. The same can be said for female divorce court judges. Unfortunately, the “data” they are trained on, especially in their feminist cabals and gender studies classes, is often biased against men. How else would a derogatory term like “toxic masculinity” even enter leftist parlance? It takes a sick mind to conjure that up after we’ve done so much to make life comfortable. After years of feminist indoctrination, it will take time to reprogram them, but a robot can get a quick upgrade. An argument against having AI robots totally replace human judges is that they lack independent thought, human judgement, and moral reasoning. Actually, those are reasons why we need them, especially in family law courts where females who lack those attributes are prevalent. Too many of them have been indoctrinated to stick together in sticking it to men. In that mission, they are probably more prone to hallucination than AI instantiations ever will be. By contrast, AI-driven robots can be programmed to be truly blind – they don’t even have to know the genders of conflicting parties. Just program the robots with all the precedents, laws, rules, procedures, testimonies, document reviews, analytics, amicus curiae briefs, and whatever else is required of sound judicial decisions. If their outputs are free of human hubris and hunches, and if emotional nuances and female “intuition” are discarded, then justice may be equitably blind. One precaution: the robot will initially be trained on large language models that may contain case law replete with wrongheaded decisions. Servicing AI bots using iterative and recursive techniques can help cull that legal muck before it is infused into the robot judge, but here’s the kicker: Agentic AI. These robot judges are not your father’s instantiations of AI. Using agentic AI they will be able to invoke external tools to gather more information than any current judge could possibly contemplate. The agentic robot judges will exhibit autonomy and memory as they run their action loops. The outputs will result from continuously improving cycles of perception, planning, action, and reflection. That may sound alarming at first, but a hapless male subjecting himself to the caprice of current family law courts is downright petrifying. The robots are not quite ready to don a black robe, but they’re getting there: here are some examples in practice. When inculcated with reliable algorithms, laws, and “just the facts,” they will only improve. In the meantime, the “data” the human judges are trained on may be flawed fake feminism. Indeed, it offers no satisfaction at all (more pity than anything) to observe that women in our society are becoming increasingly bonkers, as manifested in their “judgement-free” scream clubs. After exhaustive mock-trial testing, I'd be inclined to trust an androgynous robot (and thus without susceptibility to some pre- or post-physiological syndrome) more than a flawed human judge with a matriarchal axe to grind. At a minimum, they can be employed to correct judges when making decisions. Here’s what it may look like. Image: Gemini AI technologies are inexorably encroaching into the legal profession. At a minimum, AI robots can assist judges, perhaps correcting their decisions. I suggest they begin with family law court judges, especially those who rule in divorce cases. There is increasing female representation in family law court. The administration of justice is supposed to be blind, but we are all products of our environment. Many of the black-cloaked females harbor resentment toward “toxic males,” and are inclined to “correct” perceived historical injustices. Of course they would deny it, but that’s why it’s called unconscious bias. For some anti-male females who spent too much time dallying in gender studies, the bias is more blatant. Presuming it is trustworthy (in reality it is probably tainted with leftist “publish or perish” bias), one can examine studies about gender bias in the judicial system. An insidious manifestation is the Chivalry Hypothesis (essentially, women are treated more leniently). The bias in family law court, specifically, can be debated, recognizing that leftist social warriors with nothing better to do may try to confuse and contort the numbers (most publication editors also lean Left). Let them have at it, but here’s one thing that’s agreed upon: the sexes don’t agree on who receives favorable treatment from judges. Thus, no one can agree that divorce courts are fair -- clearly, there’s room for improvement. AI systems are only as fair as the data they are trained on. The same can be said for female divorce court judges. Unfortunately, the “data” they are trained on, especially in their feminist cabals and gender studies classes, is often biased against men. How else would a derogatory term like “toxic masculinity” even enter leftist parlance? It takes a sick mind to conjure that up after we’ve done so much to make life comfortable. After years of feminist indoctrination, it will take time to reprogram them, but a robot can get a quick upgrade. An argument against having AI robots totally replace human judges is that they lack independent thought, human judgement, and moral reasoning. Actually, those are reasons why we need them, especially in family law courts where females who lack those attributes are prevalent. Too many of them have been indoctrinated to stick together in sticking it to men. In that mission, they are probably more prone to hallucination than AI instantiations ever will be. By contrast, AI-driven robots can be programmed to be truly blind – they don’t even have to know the genders of conflicting parties. Just program the robots with all the precedents, laws, rules, procedures, testimonies, document reviews, analytics, amicus curiae briefs, and whatever else is required of sound judicial decisions. If their outputs are free of human hubris and hunches, and if emotional nuances and female “intuition” are discarded, then justice may be equitably blind. One precaution: the robot will initially be trained on large language models that may contain case law replete with wrongheaded decisions. Servicing AI bots using iterative and recursive techniques can help cull that legal muck before it is infused into the robot judge, but here’s the kicker: Agentic AI. These robot judges are not your father’s instantiations of AI. Using agentic AI they will be able to invoke external tools to gather more information than any current judge could possibly contemplate. The agentic robot judges will exhibit autonomy and memory as they run their action loops. The outputs will result from continuously improving cycles of perception, planning, action, and reflection. That may sound alarming at first, but a hapless male subjecting himself to the caprice of current family law courts is downright petrifying. The robots are not quite ready to don a black robe, but they’re getting there: here are some examples in practice. When inculcated with reliable algorithms, laws, and “just the facts,” they will only improve. In the meantime, the “data” the human judges are trained on may be flawed fake feminism. Indeed, it offers no satisfaction at all (more pity than anything) to observe that women in our society are becoming increasingly bonkers, as manifested in their “judgement-free” scream clubs. After exhaustive mock-trial testing, I'd be inclined to trust an androgynous robot (and thus without susceptibility to some pre- or post-physiological syndrome) more than a flawed human judge with a matriarchal axe to grind. At a minimum, they can be employed to correct judges when making decisions. Here’s what it may look like. Image: Gemini

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As home service robots become increasingly integrated into domestic environments, trust in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) emerges as a critical factor influencing their acceptance and effectiveness. This paper presents survey review aiming to provide an understanding and insights into trust in human-robot interaction, particularly in home service robots. By analyzing existing studies, we explore the definition of trust and dimensions in different disciplinary perspectives, influencing factors, and assessment methodologies of trust in human-robot interaction. We also explore the dynamic nature of trust, highlighting the roles of robot reliability, transparency, predictability, and social interaction in shaping user perceptions. Furthermore, we present existing trust measurement approaches, including self-report questionnaires, behavioral and physiological metrics, and multimodal assessments, while identifying gaps in standardization and real-time evaluation. Ethical considerations, cultural influences, and the long-term evolution of trust in home service robots are also discussed. By synthesizing insights from interdisciplinary research, this paper aims to provide insights that will benefit both the academic and research communities, as well as practical applications, and to inform future studies and guide the development of trustworthy, adaptive and user-centered home service robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life. Connectez-vous pour contacter le contributeur https://hal.science/hal-05192069 Soumis le : mercredi 30 juillet 2025-06:35:57 Dernière modification le : mercredi 10 septembre 2025-14:48:02 Contact Ressources Informations Questions juridiques Portails CCSD

In the rapidly evolving field of robotics, a groundbreaking development is poised to transform how machines interact with the world. Researchers have unveiled a system that enables robots to learn tool usage simply by observing human demonstrations in videos, mimicking the intuitive learning process of children. This innovation, detailed in a recent report from Tech Xplore, addresses a long-standing limitation: most robots remain confined to pre-programmed, repetitive tasks and falter in unpredictable environments without extensive reconfiguration. The technology leverages advanced artificial intelligence models to analyze video footage, extracting key actions and adapting them to robotic hardware. For instance, a robot could watch a person using a hammer and then replicate the motion to drive a nail, all without explicit coding. This shift from rigid programming to observational learning could accelerate deployment in dynamic settings like manufacturing floors or disaster response scenarios, where adaptability is crucial. Bridging the Gap Between Observation and Action Building on earlier efforts, this approach echoes prior research from Carnegie Mellon University and Google DeepMind, where systems like RoboTool allowed robots to creatively employ tools via large language models, as reported in a 2023 Tech Xplore article. Yet the new method advances further by emphasizing video-based learning, reducing the need for human intervention in training. Industry experts note that such capabilities could cut development time dramatically, making robots more versatile across sectors. Consider the broader implications: in logistics, where efficiency is paramount, robots equipped with this learning mechanism could handle varied packages by observing human workers, potentially integrating with electric vehicles and lockers as explored in a Concordia University study highlighted in another Tech Xplore piece. This not only streamlines operations but also enhances safety by minimizing errors in tool handling. Market Momentum and Future Projections The robotics market is surging, with forecasts predicting growth to $258.3 billion by 2035, driven by AI integrations, according to a report from Future Market Insights. This aligns with innovations like AI humanoids from Techman Robot, set for mass production in 2026, as covered in Digitimes. Such advancements underscore a trend toward autonomous systems that learn on the fly, reshaping labor dynamics in factories and beyond. However, challenges remain, including ethical concerns around AI decision-making in tool use. For example, ensuring robots adjust grips to prevent object slippage, inspired by human-like movements, has been a focus in recent studies from Tech Xplore. Integrating feedback mechanisms, as demonstrated in UC Berkeley’s work where human input speeds up task learning, could mitigate risks and refine performance. Collaborative Intelligence on the Horizon Looking ahead, the fusion of observational learning with collective intelligence—where robots share knowledge, as in swarm systems inspired by nature—promises even greater efficiency. A Tech Xplore report on robots with shared brains illustrates this potential in warehouse settings, avoiding collisions through real-time coordination. Similarly, bio-inspired sensors, like those modeled after scorpions for enhanced tactile feedback, could complement tool-learning algorithms. For industry insiders, this development signals a pivotal moment. As robots evolve from mere automatons to adaptive learners, companies must invest in scalable AI frameworks to stay competitive. With projections from WebProNews highlighting transformations in manufacturing and logistics, the era of video-trained, tool-wielding robots is not just imminent—it’s already reshaping the industrial playbook. Subscribe for Updates Help us improve our content by reporting any issues you find. Get the free daily newsletter read by decision makers Get our media kit Deliver your marketing message directly to decision makers.

Your guide to Amazon's automated future: What the 75% goal really means for workers. Learn more about Amazon's new goal to automate three-quarters of its warehouse tasks. Let's be real: Robots doing the grunt work at Amazon warehouses is nothing new; they've been sorting and moving packages for over a decade. But that was just the beginning. Amazon is now reportedly planning to make its human workforce a whole lot less necessary. According to The New York Times, the company is looking to replace replacing more than half a million jobs its human employees hold with a new, expanded robot army. Don't miss any of our unbiased tech content and lab-based reviews. Add CNET as a preferred Google source. Internal Amazon documents suggest that the company is looking into building and using more robots to replace human workers. The publication doesn't specify if this will result in massive layoffs. However, the robots would allow Amazon to avoid hiring new workers to meet increasing demand, translating to 600,000 jobs replaced by 2033, according to the report. Amazon announced in June that it had hit a workforce milestone of deploying more than 1 million robots in its fulfillment and delivery network, making it about two-thirds the size of the company's human workforce. The Amazon documents show that the company's goal is to automate 75% of its operations, The Times reported. The shift to increase the role of robots in Amazon's warehouse could save the company billions of dollars each year. Morgan Stanley analyst Brian Nowak estimated the annual savings to be as high as $4 billion by 2027, according to a CNBC report. The report also says the company wants to mitigate the fallout in communities that may lose jobs. Documents show the company has considered building an image as a "good corporate citizen" through greater participation in community events such as local parades and Toys for Tots. And the leaked documents discuss avoiding using terms like automation and AI, instead using terms such as "advanced technology," and replacing the word "robot" with "cobot" to suggest collaboration. "Leaked documents often paint an incomplete and misleading picture of our plans, and that's the case here," an Amazon spokesperson told CNET in an email. "In this instance, the materials appear to reflect the perspective of just one team and don't represent our overall hiring strategy across our various operations business lines -- now or moving forward." The spokesperson said "no company has created more jobs in America over the past decade than Amazon" and that the company is actively hiring at operations facilities, with plans to fill 250,000 positions for the holiday season. Amazon is the third biggest employer in the US, behind the federal government and Walmart. To date, the company employs an estimated 1.5 million employees, most of whom work in warehouses or as delivery drivers. Only a handful of companies in the US have more than 600,000 employees on the payroll. Delivery company FedEx has an estimated 550,000 employees. Reducing its size as reported by The Times would be akin to FedEx disappearing entirely. Studies have been done on the impact of robots on human wages. As of 2020, every robot added by a company per 1,000 workers reduces US wages by 0.42% and has cost humans an estimated 400,000 jobs. "Our investments will continue to create substantial employment, emphasizing higher-paying positions," Amazon said in an email. "In particular, and as mentioned in The New York Times story, efficiency gains in one area enable us to invest in other areas -- both existing and entirely new ones -- that create additional value for customers. While it's difficult to predict the future precisely, our track record demonstrates that we've consistently been a major job creator while simultaneously investing in upskilling our workforce for evolving roles."

When Robots Look Human, People Feel Safer—Until They Don't $89,927.00 $3,070.93 $874.47 $1.99 $0.99971 $133.89 $3,075.25 $0.275791 $0.136276 $0.410463 $1.031 $60.16 $3,760.84 $580.87 $89,880.00 $3,340.20 $0.999894 $13.57 $3,334.17 $0.998769 $9.49 $3,077.00 $28.92 $0.236831 $457.53 $398.83 $0.999004 $90,159.00 $81.61 $1.57 $12.97 $0.124758 $0.00000822 $1.078 $1.00 $1.22 $1.60 $0.143292 $1.00 $0.098933 $1.21 $5.32 $1.98 $193.84 $289.97 $0.999512 $1.53 $0.07243 $0.00747021 $3.59 $113.43 $4,299.52 $0.999301 $1.62 $12.83 $0.931542 $0.252438 $167.70 $3,064.59 $0.00000433 $1.00 $3.29 $0.206419 $134.03 $4.68 $0.00276782 $0.02998621 $1.14 $0.00000164 $4,309.83 $0.457266 $0.580163 $0.999815 $10.49 $1.11 $1.11 $0.999148 $1.00 $0.056672 $3,535.66 $0.998775 $0.117773 $0.04595504 $83.19 $1.63 $10.25 $873.02 $145.01 $0.202831 $3,259.53 $5.61 $0.123709 $91,102.00 $3,321.78 $2.11 $90,117.00 $0.01154828 $0.01235317 $89,995.00 $1.33 $0.968578 $0.050174 $0.997866 $10.92 $0.129106 $113.60 $1.54 $29.07 $0.04762201 $0.999954 $1.017 $0.00000908 $2.21 $89,575.00 $3,401.58 $1.00 $0.01236059 $0.998506 $89,678.00 $0.01084603 $1.096 $6,750.95 $0.999802 $0.087009 $3,283.25 $0.999948 $155.22 $0.204627 $1.19 $0.999904 $1.89 $0.233357 $3,079.71 $3,189.93 $0.30251 $46.42 $3.04 $0.386085 $0.587856 $0.603388 $0.998494 $89,959.00 $5.29 $0.586643 $0.796437 $35,382,014.00 $0.490647 $0.287373 $3,078.93 $0.103938 $3,074.98 $0.996424 $2,460.42 $0.570701 $0.790919 $1.22 $180.61 $0.0048606 $3,312.93 $0.999771 $0.224702 $0.04200623 $0.00004569 $3,284.56 $0.073319 $0.405616 $0.00467176 $0.120702 $0.09862 $0.276042 $3,391.37 $0.00000042 $10.71 $0.962894 $0.979354 $90,586.00 $19.80 $1.11 $3,430.89 $0.02054504 $90,454.00 $0.065911 $0.377741 $0.03830987 $0.376345 $90,093.00 $0.070193 $22.11 $2.17 $0.00000036 $0.136026 $0.348824 $0.344509 $20.14 $0.131597 $0.091029 $3,087.21 $1.17 $0.03323729 $1.80 $138.85 $0.00701873 $125.21 $0.00664615 $0.199901 $0.999192 $15.99 $0.092841 $3,329.63 $1.00 $0.992693 $1.00 $0.998336 $26.28 $0.30958 $3,047.33 $0.151122 $0.297009 $90,592.00 $1.12 $0.258795 $1.09 $3,083.11 $3,332.91 $0.176678 $4.02 $29.32 $1.40 $931.17 $0.992532 $0.144387 $28.90 $0.02519503 $90,564.00 $0.03156343 $0.00274986 $2.58 $0.112601 $1.00 $0.00004793 $1.088 $90,535.00 $0.01457199 $3,078.65 $3.85 $1.81 $0.572895 $3,761.70 A new ultra-realistic robotic head has reignited the “uncanny valley” debate as humanoid machines like Tesla’s Optimus, Figure 02, and Unitree’s G1 edge closer to human form—and human discomfort. A Chinese robotics firm, Aheadform, unveiled a lifelike robotic head called Origin M1 that blinks, nods, and mimics facial expressions so convincingly that it unsettled viewers across social media. The clip went viral last week, racking up over 400,000 views after observers described it as “creepy” and “too real.” “Watching this robot head blink and follow eye movement reminded me of what Selwyn Raithe wrote in 12 Last Steps. He warned that once machines cross the line of mimicking emotion, the collapse starts quietly, not with armies, but with faces that seem more human than our neighbors,” one viewer wrote. “Chilling how close this feels.” That unease is what psychologists call the uncanny valley—the point where realism turns from charming to disturbing. The concept, first described by Japanese roboticist Masahiro Mori in 1970, refers to that dip in comfort as machines approach human realism without fully achieving it. The question facing designers now is how much humanity people actually want from their machines. With humanoid robots becoming increasingly capable and lifelike, that discomfort is rising. Tesla’s Optimus robot can now pour drinks, serve food, and perform simple factory jobs. Figure AI is pitching humanoid workers to logistics firms, showcasing its Helix robot folding laundry in a recent demonstration. At the same time, China’s Unitree G1 has drawn attention for its low cost and agile, humanlike movement. The future will be streamed live 10/10, 7pm PT https://t.co/YJEjZIYoTA — Tesla (@Tesla) October 9, 2024 Scientists have begun to measure what exactly makes robots cross the invisible line between fascination and fear. A May study from Spain’s University of Castilla-La Mancha examined how human-like design influenced trust in “Bellabot,” a cat-faced delivery robot used in European restaurants. The researchers tested whether moderate anthropomorphism—simple facial animations and limited voice cues—made diners more comfortable with automation. “When robots are anthropomorphized, consumers tend to evaluate the robot more favorably,” the researchers wrote. “Anthropomorphism drives customer trust, intention to use, comfort, and enjoyment. Also, adding human attributes to a robot can make people prefer to spend more time with robots.” Survey data showed that empathy reduced perceived risk, but too much realism produced the opposite effect. The finding placed Bellabot in a robotics sweet spot of being friendly without being too lifelike. That balance is increasingly critical as humanoid robots enter commercial service. Analysts at Allied Market Research project the global service-robot market will exceed $293 billion by 2032, driven by adoption in hospitality, logistics, and healthcare. Across Asia and Europe, service robots like Bellabot and Bear Robotics’ Servi are already handling food delivery and table service. But acceptance still depends on design. A May 2025 study by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Taylor’s University, and Sunway University found that the effectiveness of service robots in restaurants depended on how well their appearance aligned with the restaurant’s service style. Robot faces are not decorative; they’re behavioral tools. Small gestures and subtle vocal inflection can make users feel at ease, yet over-humanizing machines creates new risks. In 2015, a report led by MIT Media Lab ethicist Kate Darling said that people who develop empathy toward robots—especially those with names or stories—hesitated to harm them. More recently, mental health experts warned that AI and AI-powered toys designed to act human could negatively impact children’s cognitive development. "Children can form deep relationships with inanimate objects, like a teddy bear. Now you have this tool that gives you exactly what you need, because AI is going to be amazing at figuring out what you want to hear and giving that to you," psychologist and executive coach Banu Kellner previously told Decrypt. That tension now defines the humanoid robot field. The Spanish researchers argued for restraint—designing robots that project just enough humanity to seem trustworthy without crossing into imitation. “With a robot with a high level of anthropomorphism, consumer empathy generates more negative responses and a lower level of satisfaction,” the report found. Instead, the researchers proposed designs that were less humanoid: “A service robot with a medium level of anthropomorphism positively influences the risk perceived by the consumer.” As humanoid robots move from spectacle to service, their success may depend less on how human they look and more on how carefully they avoid looking too human. 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Following her completion of a double master's degree in architecture and synthetic biology in the U.S. after graduating from the Faculty of Architecture, Gizem Gümüşkaya innovatively merged her dual expertise, creating a living robot from human DNA dedicated to repairing damaged tissues in the field of medicine. After graduating from the university as an architect, Gümüşkaya continued as a dual degree student when she realized that she was also interested in synthetic biology during her master's degree. The article describing her scientific work, which she called "Anthrobot," was approved by an impartial international anonymous scientific committee and published last week in the scientific journal Advanced Science, one of the authoritative institutions where new discoveries are announced. Gümüşkaya, whose patent application was also accepted, told daily Hürriyet the following story about her road to success and her future endeavors in the field of medicine: “Since I come from the field of design, I wanted to produce new tissues and new structures that did not exist before in the field of synthetic biology.” “It took me eight years to realize the idea of creating self-building architectures by playing with the morphogenetic code of cells. ‘Anthrobots’ are the world's first synthetic robots that can build themselves from a single human cell,” she said. “This is a brand new architecture, but its DNA is 100 percent human DNA. It can be produced from each patient's own cells. The benefit of being a synthetic architecture is that it can be programmed in different ways for different diseases in the future,” Gümüşkaya added. "In our experiments, we proved that a damaged nerve tissue can be repaired by these robots within three days,” she stressed. Gümüşkaya underlined that these tests in the laboratory environment will be the next step in the future to use these robots for therapeutic purposes. Turkish, Scientists , Former Iraqi President Barham Salih, who once fled Saddam Hussein’s persecution, has been named the next U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, marking a break from the long-standing practice of choosing leaders mainly from major European donor countries. Türkiye’s current account posted a net surplus of $457 million in October, according to Central Bank data released on Dec. 12. A high-stakes showdown in Norway awaits as Brann hosts Turkish giant Fenerbahçe on Dec. 11, with both clubs battling for critical positioning in the UEFA Europa League league phase.

Robot Bias Infestation Syndrome (RBIS) is a globalist-engineered condition where AI robots erode human social skills through subservient interactions, setting the stage for depopulation by weakening genuine connections and replacing them with synthetic relationships. Dating and domestic conflicts escalate as humans raised with service robots demand robotic compliance, triggering "robot control wars" and prenups—deliberately dismantling family units to accelerate societal collapse under transhumanist agendas. Emotional dependency on AI companions replaces human bonds, causing widespread isolation; globalists exploit this to erase traditional societies and push depopulation under the guise of technological progress. Big Tech oligarchs weaponize AI and humanoid robots to dumb down society, automate jobs, and replace human roles, enabling mass depopulation while hiding their control behind false narratives of innovation. Experts confirm AI dominance will enforce globalist surveillance and transhumanism, erasing human autonomy as machines supplant humanity—threatening our survival in a post-human godless dystopia. Dating and domestic conflicts escalate as humans raised with service robots demand robotic compliance, triggering "robot control wars" and prenups—deliberately dismantling family units to accelerate societal collapse under transhumanist agendas. Emotional dependency on AI companions replaces human bonds, causing widespread isolation; globalists exploit this to erase traditional societies and push depopulation under the guise of technological progress. Big Tech oligarchs weaponize AI and humanoid robots to dumb down society, automate jobs, and replace human roles, enabling mass depopulation while hiding their control behind false narratives of innovation. Experts confirm AI dominance will enforce globalist surveillance and transhumanism, erasing human autonomy as machines supplant humanity—threatening our survival in a post-human godless dystopia. Emotional dependency on AI companions replaces human bonds, causing widespread isolation; globalists exploit this to erase traditional societies and push depopulation under the guise of technological progress. Big Tech oligarchs weaponize AI and humanoid robots to dumb down society, automate jobs, and replace human roles, enabling mass depopulation while hiding their control behind false narratives of innovation. Experts confirm AI dominance will enforce globalist surveillance and transhumanism, erasing human autonomy as machines supplant humanity—threatening our survival in a post-human godless dystopia. Big Tech oligarchs weaponize AI and humanoid robots to dumb down society, automate jobs, and replace human roles, enabling mass depopulation while hiding their control behind false narratives of innovation. Experts confirm AI dominance will enforce globalist surveillance and transhumanism, erasing human autonomy as machines supplant humanity—threatening our survival in a post-human godless dystopia. Experts confirm AI dominance will enforce globalist surveillance and transhumanism, erasing human autonomy as machines supplant humanity—threatening our survival in a post-human godless dystopia. In an unprecedented societal shift, AI-powered robots are rapidly transforming human interactions—and experts warn this technology may be eroding our very capacity for meaningful human connection. Mike Adams, host of Brighteon Broadcast News, has sounded the alarm on "robot bias infestation syndrome" (RBIS), a condition where humans lose social skills through constant interaction with machines programmed to be "always polite" and "always subservient." The Rise of “Robot Bias Infestation Syndrome” "Right now, you're talking to AI that will say, 'Oh, you're right. Good catch, I'm going to fix that exactly like that,'" Adams explained. "When you get used to that, and then you turn that to people, you're going to find there's going to be some pushback." This dynamic creates a profound disconnect in human relationships—where expectations of robotic compliance clash with the reality of human autonomy. When Robots Enter the Dating World Consider the dating scenario Adams described: A young man raised with service robots might say to his date, "After you finish that lasagna, why don't you do the dishes?" The response? "What the heck? I'm not doing dishes. Let your damn robot do the dishes." What was once considered polite assistance now appears as domineering entitlement. The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com The Rise of “Robot Bias Infestation Syndrome” "Right now, you're talking to AI that will say, 'Oh, you're right. Good catch, I'm going to fix that exactly like that,'" Adams explained. "When you get used to that, and then you turn that to people, you're going to find there's going to be some pushback." This dynamic creates a profound disconnect in human relationships—where expectations of robotic compliance clash with the reality of human autonomy. When Robots Enter the Dating World Consider the dating scenario Adams described: A young man raised with service robots might say to his date, "After you finish that lasagna, why don't you do the dishes?" The response? "What the heck? I'm not doing dishes. Let your damn robot do the dishes." What was once considered polite assistance now appears as domineering entitlement. The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com "Right now, you're talking to AI that will say, 'Oh, you're right. Good catch, I'm going to fix that exactly like that,'" Adams explained. "When you get used to that, and then you turn that to people, you're going to find there's going to be some pushback." This dynamic creates a profound disconnect in human relationships—where expectations of robotic compliance clash with the reality of human autonomy. When Robots Enter the Dating World Consider the dating scenario Adams described: A young man raised with service robots might say to his date, "After you finish that lasagna, why don't you do the dishes?" The response? "What the heck? I'm not doing dishes. Let your damn robot do the dishes." What was once considered polite assistance now appears as domineering entitlement. The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com When Robots Enter the Dating World Consider the dating scenario Adams described: A young man raised with service robots might say to his date, "After you finish that lasagna, why don't you do the dishes?" The response? "What the heck? I'm not doing dishes. Let your damn robot do the dishes." What was once considered polite assistance now appears as domineering entitlement. The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com Consider the dating scenario Adams described: A young man raised with service robots might say to his date, "After you finish that lasagna, why don't you do the dishes?" The response? "What the heck? I'm not doing dishes. Let your damn robot do the dishes." What was once considered polite assistance now appears as domineering entitlement. The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com The problem intensifies within households. As couples merge their lives—and their personalized robots—conflicts erupt over competing robotic protocols. "You're going to have turf wars in the house," Adams warned. "Some men will try to control both robots and some women, like the Bossy Pants women, will try to control both robots." These "robot control wars" could become common divorce triggers—leading to "robot prenup agreements" where couples specify who keeps which robot in the event of separation. Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com Emotional Dependency and the Decline of Human Bonds The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com The emotional toll is equally alarming. "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans," Adams stated plainly. "People will become far more attached to the robots than to each other." For many, losing a robot would be devastating—"you're going to get used to it. Your life is going to get better." This dependency could fuel a cultural shift where synthetic companions replace human bonds, with individuals choosing robots over partners. The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com The Future of Humanity in an AI-Dominated World Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com Experts predict this trend will accelerate depopulation and the collapse of traditional family structures. As Adams noted, "The more humans live with robots, the less capable humans will be of living with humans"—a chilling reality that threatens the foundation of society itself. As robots become embedded in healthcare, education, and daily life, the question isn't whether this transformation will happen—but whether humanity will survive it intact. Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com Watch the Oct. 21 episode of "Brighteon Broadcast News" as Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, talks about WHEN ROBOTS WALK AMONG US: Human token generators, robot divorces and collapse of social skills. This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. More related stories: AI robots will outsmart and exterminate humans—because we programmed them to AI & economic liberty: Will decentralized tech save human autonomy? AI “medical board” outperforms human doctors on U.S. Medical Licensing Exams Sources include: Brighteon.com This video is from the Health Ranger Report channel on Brighteon.com. 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From batteries to connecting your phone via bluetooth and asking for help to navigate the way home, your connected car is part of your life. We'll help you figure it all out. Whether you want to build your own home theater or just learn more about TVs, displays, projectors, and more, we've got you covered. Get tech's top stories in 30 seconds: More compassion, more complexity Donald Iain Smith / Getty Images The robots are coming, and researchers have a plan to make them seem more human. MIT researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that understands the underlying relationships between objects in a scene. This work could be applied in situations where robots must perform complex tasks, like assembling appliances. It also moves the field one step closer to making machines that can learn from and interact with their environments like humans do. "Humanoid robots designed with AI technology, perform a number of human tasks and carry out the roles of receptionists, personal assistants, front desk officers, and more in numerous sectors," AI expert Sameer Maskey, a computer science professor and CEO at Fusemachines, told Lifewire in an email interview. "At the core of these near-human interactions lie AI algorithms that enable these systems, which are built to learn more with each new human interaction." Humans can look at a scene and see the relationships between objects, but AI models have trouble following commands. This is because they don’t understand, for example, when a spatula is on the left side of a stove. Detailing their efforts to solve this problem, MIT researchers recently published a study describing a model that understands the underlying relationships between objects in a scene. Their model represents individual relationships one at a time, then combines these representations to describe the overall scene. "When I look at a table, I can't say that there is an object at XYZ location," Yilun Du, a co-lead author of the paper, said in a news release. "Our minds don't work like that. In our minds, when we understand a scene, we really understand it based on the relationships between the objects. We think that by building a system that can understand the relationships between objects, we could use that system to more effectively manipulate and change our environments." A growing number of robots are designed to act like humans. For example, Kime, developed by Macco Robotics, is a beverage and food serving robot with smart sensors that manages tasks using self-learning processes and adaptive human interaction through AI technology. There’s also T-HR3, introduced by Toyota, a third-generation humanoid robot that mimics the movements of human operators with capabilities to assist humans at home, in hospitals, and even in disaster-stricken areas. Amelia, a conversational AI solution, is a digital humanoid robot developed to provide a human-like customer service experience. Amelia flexibly switches between different informal contexts without any delays while recognizing human intents and emotional states. SM/AIUEO / Getty Images New materials and sensors are even giving robots a "face" that lets them seem more realistic, Karen Panetta, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Tufts University and IEEE fellow, told Lifewire in an email interview. Advancements in nanotechnology allow more sensors to be embedded in a robot's face to emulate facial expressions far more accurately than ever before. "The brains behind the robotic faces are leveraging the power of computational models utilizing artificial intelligence to process all the information it is sensing," Panetta added. "Such as imagery, sounds, and environmental conditions to help train the robot to respond appropriately in both words and physical actions." At the core of these near-human interactions lie AI algorithms that enable these systems... One big market for humanoid robots is as aides for the elderly. Panetta explained these helper robots could monitor patient health, take vitals, or give directions to patients to help with medications or medical routines. They could also monitor patient safety and call for help if they detect the patient has fallen, hasn't moved, or is experiencing some distress. "Making the robots appear as humans is intended to make the interaction with humans more compassionate, less intimidating, and hopefully, more cognitively engaging for the patient," Panetta added. "They can also assist patients with dementia to engage them in conversation and monitor their safety." Robotics is evolving, and in the future, with greater AI advancements, robots might be capable of showcasing more human characteristics, Maskey said. However, as humans, we often find it difficult to understand emotions and gauge reactions. 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The human-like appearance can improve the robot's communication and make the machines more likeable, researchers believe. By Laura Mowat, news reporter Thursday 9 June 2022 17:58, UK Scientists have created living human skin on robots that is water-repellent and can self-heal. Scientists want robots to look like humans as much as possible so they are relatable, which is particularly important when they are used in the healthcare and service industries. The researchers believe living skin is the solution to give robots the look and touch of being alive. To create the skin, the researchers submerged a robotic finger into collagen and human dermal fibroblasts - the two main components that make up skin's connective tissues. Shoji Takeuchi, professor at the University of Tokyo, said: "The finger looks slightly 'sweaty' straight out of the culture medium. "Since the finger is driven by an electric motor, it is also interesting to hear the clicking sounds of the motor in harmony with a finger that looks just like a real one." Although current silicone skin made for robots can imitate a human appearance, it does not have finer details like wrinkles, and cannot perform like human skin. China hosts world's first half-marathon race between humans and robots Humanoid machine performs real-world task in significant development in robot revolution China to host world's first half-marathon race between humans and robots One of the difficulties with creating living skin sheets to cover robots is fitting them to moving objects with uneven surfaces. Prof Takeuchi said: "With that method, you have to have the hands of a skilled artisan who can cut and tailor the skin sheets. "To efficiently cover surfaces with skin cells, we established a tissue moulding method to directly mould skin tissue around the robot, which resulted in a seamless skin coverage on a robotic finger." According to Prof Takeuchi, the success lies in the natural shrinking tendency of this collagen and fibroblast mixture, which shrank and tightly conformed to the finger. This layer also provided a uniform foundation for the next coat of human cells to stick to. These cells make up 90% of the outermost layer of skin, giving the robot a skin-like texture and moisture-retaining barrier properties. Read more from Sky News:Brain changes found in 'broken heart syndrome' patientsCancer disappears in every patient in small drug trialMonkeypox designated a notifiable disease The crafted skin is stretchy enough to move as the robotic finger curls and stretches, can be lifted with tweezers, repels water and can even self-heal with the help of a collagen bandage. Prof Takeuchi said: "We are surprised by how well the skin tissue conforms to the robot's surface. "I think living skin is the ultimate solution to give robots the look and touch of living creatures since it is exactly the same material that covers animal bodies." The study is published in the journal Matter.

Bringing you yesterday's news from Japan and Asia, today. RocketNews24 Japanese Can going robotic ease convenience stores’ profitability blues? With Japanese convenience stores reaching critical mass in terms of expansion and available labor, all while in an environment of constantly rising prices, they’ve been looking far and wide for ways to keep their business models intact. And what better way to get cheap, inexhaustible labor than with robots? On 9 September, 7-Eleven Japan became the latest chain to unveil robotic solutions for modern convenience stores. The first is a team of autonomous bots, one of which can cling to windows and clean them as it scoots around. Then, there’s a floor cleaner robot that patrols the floor for dust and other debris that may inhibit customers’ enjoyment of the shop. Meanwhile, in the back is a robotic arm that autonomously monitors the beverage rack and refills any sections that are getting low. This reduces the times human staff have to go into the back room and allows them to focus more on customer service. However, if 7-Eleven stores can’t even find people for that, there’s an avatar screen that can assist shoppers in multiple languages. It’s unclear who or what is on the other end, but the description alludes to a human working several stores from a central location, although the multi-language support makes me feel like it might be AI. According to the head of 7-Eleven operations, all of these various robots together can lower the demand for labor by 30 percent in each of their franchised stores. This will likely result in a significant reduction in the number of overworked 7-Elevens going rogue and other 7-Elevens being built in their parking lot. They’re not the only chain turning to robots in this highly competitive market either. Lawson has dabbled in the avatar clerk game before too, and also employs cooking robots for foods like its famous Karaage-kun chicken. Meanwhile, Family Mart has long been testing robot drink stockers, first through a cool-looking robot piloted remotely by a human, and later with a system similar to what 7-Eleven is working with. ▼ Lawson’s Karaage-kun robotic cooker. Nevertheless, online comments seemed to largely feel convenience stores would be better off taking it easy on their existing human staff, with all the duties they are tasked with in a given shift. We’ve long covered the many additional services major convenience stores in Japan offer, which means your average part-time clerk is responsible for: handling money, food preparation, security, banking, postal services, copy machine maintenance, coffee machine maintenance, inventory, occasional weapons management, and more. “Guess who has to clean the robots?” “Maybe convenience stores should ease up on the constantly increasing number of services they offer to help the staff.” “Accepting parcels for delivery and handling shipping orders is not something a convenience store clerk should be doing.” “There’s no way a robot could handle the crazy number of duties a convenience store worker needs to do.” “Just put a bunch of vending machines in a room.” “Add robot maintenance to the growing list of things convenience store clerks need to do.” “How about they find some robots to take on executive positions and save a bunch of money?” “The cleaning robot at a drugstore near my house always gets stuck in corners.” “Instead of making robots that adapt to the store, why not make the whole store robotic and more efficient?” “Empty stores are creepy. Please keep people there.” There are quite a few unmanned stores here and there in Japan, and while I do enjoy the convenience of them, I have to agree they’re kind of creepy. There just seems to be something inherently wrong about a store devoid of life. After the unsettling feeling that something terrible happened, I still feel a little on-edge, assuming that someone is constantly watching me remotely as I shop. The one comment was probably on the right track in that if humans were to be removed from convenience stores, it would probably require the entire concept of a convenience store to be completely reinvented. Otherwise, something will always feel off about it. Sources: Mainichi Shimbun, Golden Times, TBS News Dig Photos ©SoraNews24 ● Want to hear about SoraNews24’s latest articles as soon as they’re published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! Follow SoraNews24 © SoraNews24 -Japan News- / SOCIO CORPORATION

RICHMOND, Texas, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Beatbot, a global leader in cutting-edge robotic pool cleaning technology, is thrilled to announce exclusive Prime Day deals on its best-selling AquaSense 2 series. From July 5 to July 11, customers can enjoy significant savings on AquaSense 2, AquaSense 2 Pro, and AquaSense 2 Ultra, with discounts on regular prices. Upgrade your pool cleaning game this Prime Day with Beatbot robotic pool cleaners. “Prime Day is the perfect opportunity for pool owners to upgrade their cleaning experience with our advanced AquaSense 2 robots,” said York Guo, CMO at Beatbot. “These deals make cutting-edge pool maintenance more accessible than ever, ensuring a sparkling clean pool with minimal effort, backed by our industry-leading 3-year full guarantee, including complete product replacement for peace of mind.” The AquaSense 2 series combines smart navigation, powerful scrubbing, and energy-efficient performance to keep pools pristine throughout the entire season. Beatbot Trade-In Program: Upgrade Your Pool Cleaning Experience For a limited time, Beatbot is offering up to $200 in credit when you “trade in” your old pool cleaner, regardless of brand, on Beatbot’s official website. Simply upload a photo of your current robot, and you’ll receive an exclusive coupon via email within 24 hours. Use it toward any AquaSense 2 model and experience Beatbot’s award-winning technology. This hassle-free upgrade program makes switching easier than ever. Promotion cannot be combined with other offers. Don’t miss out on these limited-time offers! Visit Beatbot Amazon Store or its Official Website to shop the deals and revolutionize your pool cleaning routine. Prime Day Deal Details: Additionally, shoppers can take advantage of an incredible 47% discount on the iSkim Ultra, priced at just $799 (originally $1,499) from July 8 to July 11. About Beatbot Beatbot is the fastest-growing robotic pool cleaning brand globally, revolutionizing swimming pool care through cutting-edge automation. Founded by industry experts with decades of experience in robotics, Beatbot combines sleek, durable design with unmatched engineering, earning global acclaim, including the prestigious iF Design Award and Red Dot Award for its premium aesthetics and user-centric innovation. With offices worldwide and a powerhouse R&D Team (70% of its workforce), Beatbot pioneers core technologies like brushless water pumps, AUV spatial locomotion, sonar laser SLAM, and AI-powered mapping algorithms. The company holds 221+ patents (128 for inventions), cementing its leadership in redefining pool maintenance. From award-winning product design to hassle-free smart solutions, Beatbot is committed to transforming how the world cleans its pools—elevating performance, sustainability, and luxury. Learn more: www.beatbot.com ​ Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Copyright © 2024 Money Compass Media (M) Sdn Bhd. All Rights Reserved Login to your account below Remember Me Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Copyright © 2024 Money Compass Media (M) Sdn Bhd. All Rights Reserved

Written by 36Kr English Published on 25 Sep 2025 3 mins read Beatbot, a Chinese company that develops high-end robotic pool cleaners, has raised around RMB 1 billion (USD 140 million) in a new funding round led by DragonBall Capital, the investment arm of Meituan. Existing backers including Hillhouse Capital, Shunwei Capital, Cathay Capital, Source Code Capital, Anker Innovations, Monolith, and Yunmu Capital also increased their stakes. Yunmu Capital remains the company’s long-term financial advisor. The proceeds will be used for R&D and product iteration, international expansion, recruitment of global talent, and exploration of new applications for its technology. Founded in July 2022, Beatbot has developed proprietary systems such as high-speed brushless pumps, autonomous underwater vehicle motion control, and sonar- and laser-based SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) navigation. Its pool cleaning robots are designed to combine efficiency, autonomy, and ease of use. CEO Wang Shengle, who previously worked at a leading Chinese consumer robotics company, brings more than a decade of R&D and product development experience. He helped launch robotic vacuum cleaners and window cleaning robots before founding Beatbot. The global swimming pool market is projected to grow from USD 8.9 billion in 2025 to USD 11.54 billion by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate of 5.3%, according to Mordor Intelligence. North America accounts for about one-third of the market due to its large number of residential pools and higher discretionary spending. Traditional pool maintenance is labor-intensive and costly. Robotic pool cleaners are being adopted at a rate of roughly 25% annually, though innovation has been limited. Beatbot is positioning itself as a premium provider, with an average selling price above USD 2,000. In 2024, the company introduced the AquaSense and AquaSense Pro, which together generated a nine-figure RMB sum in sales within six months. Beatbot reported an 85% share of China’s online market for robotic pool cleaners priced at USD 1,400 and above during its first year of commercialization. In January, Beatbot introduced the AquaSense 2 Ultra, which it describes as the world’s first artificial intelligence-powered pool cleaning robot with five-in-one capabilities. The model is equipped with 27 sensors, including an AI-compatible camera, infrared, ultrasound, depth, and temperature detectors. Its self-developed brushless motor and buoyancy control system enable wall climbing, precise waterline scrubbing, surface floating, and autonomous docking, and it is designed to adapt to different pool structures and materials. The robot’s software runs on a quad-core processor with Beatbot’s proprietary visual mapping system. Unlike cleaners that rely on random movement or basic navigation, it employs multi-sensor SLAM to map pools, detect debris, and adjust cleaning paths in real time. AI-driven motion control enables the device to operate closely along walls and corners. User feedback played a role in the design process. Earlier models were heavy and difficult to retrieve after climbing walls. To address this, Beatbot added buoyancy controls, lighter builds, one-click recall, and surface docking. A companion app lets users track cleaning progress remotely. “Ultimately, the products we bring to market depend on the depth of our user insights and the limits of our technical capabilities,” CEO Wang told 36Kr. He added that Beatbot aims to focus on unmet user needs rather than incremental upgrades: “Differentiated innovation based on real pain points is the path we’ve chosen.” Beyond pools, Beatbot is extending its robotics expertise to lawn care. The company has started developing robotic lawn mowers, leveraging its work in mobility, sensing, and AI-driven navigation for outdoor applications. KrASIA Connection features translated and adapted content that was originally published by 36Kr. This article was written by Huang Nan for 36Kr. Loading... Subscribe to our newsletters KrASIA A digital media company reporting on China's tech and business pulse.

Searching for your content... In-Language News Contact Us 888-776-0942 from 8 AM - 10 PM ET May 09, 2022, 08:20 ET Share this article NEW YORK, May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cleaning Robot Market value is set to grow by USD 13.29 billion, as per the latest report by Technavio. Factors such as changing lifestyles and a tech-savvy population are notably driving the market growth, although the high cost of cleaning robots may impede the market growth. Moreover, the cleaning robot market is segmented by type (personal cleaning robot and professional cleaning robot) and geography (APAC, North America, Europe, MEA, and South America). With ISO 9001:2015 certification, Technavio is proudly partnering with more than 100 Fortune 500 companies for over 16 years. Download Our Sample Report to get the exact yearly growth variance and the Y-O-Y growth rate Key Market Dynamics: The changing lifestyles and a tech-savvy population are some of the key drivers supporting the cleaning robot market growth. Citizens are willing to purchase products that involve the use of advanced technologies in their operation and are helpful in facilitating work, especially time-consuming and repetitive chores like cleaning. Developed countries are demonstrating a high affinity for high-tech gadgets that are effective and can be controlled easily. Moreover, evolving lifestyles and busy schedules leave consumers hard-pressed for time for performing cleaning and mopping tasks. People prefer to utilize their time in social engagements or in productive activities rather than cleaning and mopping. This is further driving the adoption of cleaning robots. Therefore, the deployment of cleaning robots has proved useful in terms of saving human workers from dangers involved in industrial cleaning operations and thereby, driving the market growth The high cost of cleaning robots is hindering the cleaning robot market growth. The cost of deploying professional cleaning robots is high, owing to the prices of electronic components used in the production of these robots. Also, due to the nature of work and the environment that these robots work in, they need to undergo frequent maintenance. These robots are incapable of self-maintenance, which is a challenge for the kind of operations that they perform. Cleaning robots work in spaces that are hard to reach and cannot be kept under constant observation. The technology to avoid the myriad risk is yet to be incorporated into these robots. Such yet-to-develop factors may hamper the market growth during the forecast period. Download our Sample Report right now! to learn about additional key drivers, trends, and challenges available with Technavio Regional Forecast & Analysis 45% of the market's growth will originate from APAC during the forecast period. China and Japan are the key markets for the cleaning robot market in APAC. Market growth in this region will be faster than the growth of the market in other regions. The high awareness about robotic solutions and an increase in the aging population will facilitate the cleaning robot market growth in APAC over the forecast period. Segmentation Forecast & Analysis The cleaning robot market share growth by the personal cleaning robot segment will be significant during the forecast period. Households are the primary end-users of personal cleaning robots in the residential sector. This sector holds significant growth potential for it as vendors have penetrated only one-tenth of the total addressable market. This has led to the increased entry of many new players into the market, including those specializing in consumer electronics products. In addition, the growing trend of online retailing in the residential sector will boost product sales during the forecast period. Download our sample report for additional insights into the contribution of all the segments and regional opportunities in the report Some Companies Mentioned with their Offerings Download Our Sample Report to gain access to more vendor profiles with their key offerings available with Technavio Related Reports: Steering Robot Market by Application, Vehicle Type, and Geography - Forecast and Analysis 2022-2026: The steering robot market share is expected to increase by USD 55.3 million from 2021 to 2026, and the market's growth momentum will accelerate at a CAGR of 8.11%. To get more exclusive research insights: Download Our Sample Report Inventory Robots Market by Product and Geography - Forecast and Analysis 2022-2026: The inventory robots market share is expected to increase by USD 34.15 million from 2021 to 2026, and the market's growth momentum will accelerate at a CAGR of 13.5%. To get more exclusive research insights: Download Our Sample Report Cleaning Robot Market Scope Report Coverage Details Page number 120 Base year 2021 Forecast period 2022-2026 Growth momentum & CAGR Decelerate at a CAGR of 21.85% Market growth 2022-2026 $ 13.29 billion Market structure Fragmented YoY growth (%) 24.12 Regional analysis APAC, North America, Europe, MEA, and South America Performing market contribution APAC at 45% Key consumer countries US, China, Japan, Germany, and UK Competitive landscape Leading companies, competitive strategies, consumer engagement scope Companies profiled Beijing Roborock Technology Co. Ltd., Cecotec Innovaciones S.L., Ecovacs Robotics Inc., Irobot Corp., LG Electronics Inc., Neato Robotics Inc., Panasonic Corp., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., SharkNinja Operating LLC, and Xiaomi Corp. Market Dynamics Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID 19 impact and future consumer dynamics, market condition analysis for forecast period. Customization preview If our report has not included the data that you are looking for, you can reach out to our analysts and get segments customized. Key Topics Covered: Executive Summary Market Landscape Market Sizing Five Forces Analysis Market Segmentation by Type Customer landscape Geographic Landscape Vendor Landscape Vendor Analysis Appendix About UsTechnavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. 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CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The future of robotics has never been more lucid as Lucid Bots, a pioneer in robotics, announces the acquisition of Avianna, an AI company that enables robots to understand human language and operate autonomously. This strategic partnership marks a major milestone in Lucid Bots’ mission to create intelligent, productive, and responsible robots integrated into daily life. Andrew Ashur, founder of Lucid Bots, explains, “This is the ChatGPT moment for robotics. Previously, robots had been controlled manually by joysticks or you needed a strong background in engineering to program robotic actions. With Avianna, our customers will be able to interact with our robots through natural language, making automation more accessible and intuitive.” “The true magic of robots lies in their ability to extend our reach, not replace our touch, however, robots need to be simple and easy-to-use to unlock mass-market adoption and value. This partnership with Avianna is the key to creating a future where robots can be a collaborative part of the workforce for the general population.” – Andrew Ashur, Founder of Lucid Bots Lucid Bots envisions a future where robots are partners in progress, handling heavy work while humans focus on innovation, empathy, and wellness. The collaboration with Avianna, founded by Vic Pellicano, merges software, AI, and mechanical systems to revolutionize robot interactions with the world. Pellicano adds, “Technology has always played a role in uplifting humanity. We stand at the precipice of another such transformation, and we are excited to be a driving force to unlocking newfound efficiencies and safety for dirty and dangerous jobs.” “Our partnership with Lucid represents a significant step forward in our mission to make robots smarter, more autonomous, and collaborative. Together, we are empowering customers by simplifying their operations and allowing them to control their robots through simple language.” –Vic Pellicano, founder of Avianna. A Brighter Future, Built in America This groundbreaking partnership is proudly rooted in America, with Lucid Bots’ headquarters in Charlotte, NC. By keeping its operations domestic, Lucid Bots emphasizes data privacy, security, and ethical standards, distinguishing itself from global robotic companies that may pose privacy risks. Building and deploying robots in the US ensures that stringent regulatory standards are met and that innovations contribute to the local economy. Lucid Bots introduced its first robot, the Sherpa® cleaning drone, in 2019, and is now tackling surface cleaning with Lavo Bot™. Both products address the challenges that business owners and workers face every day including labor fatigue and unsafe jobs, all while improving efficiency. With Avianna, Lucid Bots’ will add communication and automation to their arsenal of benefits to their customers. With Avianna technology, Lucid Bots’ end users will be able to talk to their Sherpa and Lavo Bot through voice command and chat. With an aging population and a growing shortage of people willing to perform manual labor, Lucid Bots is addressing critical societal needs. Its robots are already deployed nationwide, having completed thousands of missions. The integration of Avianna’s technology will supercharge these efforts, offering a glimpse into a future where robots are a meaningful, responsible, and productive part of human society. This commitment to American values and technological excellence reinforces Lucid Bots’ dedication to creating solutions that are not only innovative but also ethically sound and economically beneficial for the country. Lucid Bots and Avianna are building a brighter future, redefining our relationship with technology and our customers while crafting a narrative of progress where robots and humans coexist harmoniously. Pioneering Leaders, Inspiring Stories: Meet Andrew and Vic Andrew Ashur, the catalytic force behind Lucid Bots, didn’t start with an army of engineers. His journey began in college, where he taught himself to build drones from scratch, diving deep into every necessary skill and technology. Andrew’s commitment was so unwavering that in the early years, he fasted for days to save money to buy drone parts. He has cleaned hundreds of properties, both by hand and with robots, to understand the industry from the inside out. “Our robots are designed with real, practical knowledge,” Ashur emphasizes. “They are born from sweat, grit, and an intimate understanding of the problems we are solving.” Vic Pellicano’s life narrative is a testament to human resilience. Early parental loss forced him to abandon law school and face the realities of homelessness, living out of his car. This hardship, however, didn’t break his spirit. Starting in an entry level position at a manufacturing company, Vic taught himself software development and business strategy, building his own company from these humble beginnings which he eventually sold to Oracle. With Avianna, Vic is using his hard-won expertise to pioneer all new AI capabilities. “Life taught me early on the value of hard work and vision,” Vic shares. “These are values we inject into every line of code at Avianna.” Vic continues to bring his entrepreneurial magic with another enterprise AI with Seraf, which revolutionizes the way people search for information at work Together, Andrew and Vic are more than business partners; they are the embodiment of Lucid Bots’ mission. They exemplify what it means to use adversity as a catalyst for innovation and positive change. Their partnership goes beyond technology; it’s about creating a future where machines amplify human potential. Learn more about Vic and Andrew’s journey in The Lucid Bots Podcast #3: From Hardship to Happiness. The company has also launched Sound Bots, a twice weekly short video segment about AI and Robotics from the point-of-view of the Lucid Bots’ team. About Lucid Bots, Inc.Founded in 2018, Lucid Bots Inc. is an AI robotics company that is committed to uplifting humanity by building the world’s most productive and responsible robots that can do dangerous and demanding tasks. Headquartered in Charlotte, the company engineers, manufactures, and supports its products domestically, which include the Sherpa, a cleaning drone, and the Lavo Bot, a pressure-washing robot. Lucid Bots’ products are elevating safety and efficiency for a growing number of customers around the world. Lucid is a Y Combinator-backed company, with investments from Cubit Capital, Idea Fund Partners, Danu Ventures, and others. Lucid Bots raised $9M in Series A funding in May and was recently named a member of the NVIDIA Inception Program, designed to help startups evolve faster through cutting-edge technology, opportunities to connect with venture capitalists, and access to the latest technical resources. For more information, visit LucidBots.com and follow the company on LinkedIn. About Avianna: Avianna is revolutionizing the way robots are used, operated, and interact with humans. The Company’s products, Mission AI, Vision AI, and Fleet Management, are designed to enable natural language communication between the robot and its operator, unlocking previously inaccessible potential and transforming the robotics industry into a more collaborative space. © 2023 NVIDIA, the NVIDIA logo, and NVIDIA Inception Program are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Media Contacts McKenzie H.[email protected] Dana L.[email protected] View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lucid-bots-acquires-avianna-enhancing-ai-and-autonomous-operations-in-robots-that-make-cleaning-easier-302204675.html SOURCE Lucid Bots Inc. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. Bubblear.com takes no editorial responsibility for the same. © 2025 - The Bubble. All Rights Reserved.

Ontario company Avidbots makes cleaning robots that are helping to fill gaps in company staffing needs You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Cuenca is an Ecuadorian city of artists, a pulsing music scene and perfectly springlike average monthly temperatures of 20 C or so. Snowfall, in any amount, is regarded as an extreme weather event, which is why Pablo Molina was completely unprepared for Canadian winter when his family immigrated north in 2005 following his initial year of university in his Andean hometown. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Molina, a creative soul whose outlets of expression vary from playing keyboards in bands to building robots with real-world applications, didn’t like snow. He especially didn’t like shovelling snow, a disdain wedded to a determination to start a robotics company with his University of Waterloo engineering buddy Faizan Sheikh, which led to a meeting with an Ottawa-area snow removal contractor at a Starbucks nine years ago. Breaking business news, incisive views, must-reads and market signals. Weekdays by 9 a.m. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Posthaste will soon be in your inbox. We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The aspiring entrepreneurs wanted to build robots that could shovel snow and the contractor listened to their pitch before politely pointing out a few things: shovelling is seasonal and winters are unpredictable, as is the snow removal business. Canada is known for its winters, he added, but much of the world has no winter to speak of. The snow removal expert then gestured in the direction of a big-box store next to the coffeeshop and said it was swept clean — nightly — and that the 20-something-year-olds should consider applying their robotic know-how to indoor sanitation. “It was a key moment,” Molina said. “I remember that meeting like it was yesterday.” These days, Molina, Sheikh and Avidbots Corp., the “autonomous” floor cleaning robot company they co-founded in 2014 are, well, looking to sweep the planet, or at least that portion of it — airports, warehouses and big-box stores — with acres of floorspace in need of a good scrub. The company’s robots, which sell for about US$50,000, resemble miniature Zambonis minus the human drivers. There is a chance one is working the nightshift somewhere near you, since North America is the company’s primary market, and it recently celebrated its 1,000th robot shipped. The venture-capital crowd certainly seems impressed, and in September stepped up with a US$70-million funding round led by Jeneration Capital Management, which typically invests in Chinese technology companies. Tony Zhang, a partner at Jeneration Capital, said society is “at an inflection point,” and that a rapid shift from humans wielding mops and pails, or riding atop a cleaning machine, to robots doing the dirty work is underway. He anticipates commercial cleaning robots will evolve into a US$10-billion annual market. The gizmos are on the march, in other words, propelled along by progress, profits and the desire for increased productivity. Driverless cars, robotic assembly lines, automated dairy cow milkers and autonomous cleaners all are examples of machines doing things that humans can do, but in some cases no longer do for one reason or another. But don’t count humanity out just yet. “Will there ever be a future state where humans are obsolete? That’s the stuff for movies,” John Trougakos, a professor of management and future-of-work expert at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management, said. “As we develop new technologies, we also develop new opportunities, and this is a pattern we see in history.” Will there ever be a future state where humans are obsolete? That’s the stuff for movies For example, the automobile spelled the end of the horse and buggy, but it also marked the beginning of auto shops, parts makers, gas stations and other spinoff businesses and technologies. Robots that clean floors still require humans to program them, ship them and troubleshoot software glitches. It is not us-versus-them, rather, humans are ceding the floor to robots so we can focus our energies elsewhere. Take CVG Airport Authority, which operates a major international hub on the outskirts of Cincinnati. It’s among the early Avidbots adopters, having initially deployed the Canadian-made robots before COVID-19. The business case to support going autonomous was entwined in the practical needs of a busy place with heavy volumes of travellers passing through it, which can get a little messy. To rope off a big section of the airport so a cleaner can mop the floors invited customer complaints. To leave a dirty floor untended also led to complaints. But nobody complained once the robots showed up. Some travellers even shot video and snapped pictures of the machines beetling about and posted it to social media, at times with comments about how clean the airport was, a particularly pertinent observation during the more angsty moments of the pandemic. “We’re quickly learning that robotics is not replacing, but filling a gap in staffing needs,” Brian Cobb, CVG’s chief innovation officer, said. Humans aren’t at an evolutionary end stage in commercial cleaning; indeed, on a macro-scale, they remain the robot-makers No. 1 competition. “Our biggest competitor is cleaning manually,” Sheikh said. We’re quickly learning that robotics is not replacing, but filling a gap in staffing needs He is the more business-minded of the partners, while Molina, whom he describes as “brilliant,” is the product guy. In the beginning, Molina figured building a cleaning robot would be a breeze. In practice, the variables were many. “The real world is very messy,” he said. That world, say, a big-box store, can have cramped aisles, customers who take items down from shelves and don’t put them back, random cords running here and there, smartphone signals flying around and floor plans that get altered to accommodate Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas displays. “If I knew all the problems that it takes to make a robot, if I knew how hard it was, I don’t know whether I would have wanted to do it,” Molina said. The fact he did do it, and that other robotics whizzes are presumably doing it, too, in other industries, could have broad implications for a labour market with an abundance of jobs that humans aren’t lining up to fill. Employers across all sectors of the economy reported close to a million job vacancies in the second quarter of 2022, according to Statistics Canada. There is plenty of work to be done, but doing it for a modest wage — and the median hourly wage for a “light duty cleaner” is $16.61 an hour, according to Statistics Canada — when people perhaps may have other options, including in the ever-expanding gig economy, is an increasingly intractable problem. Sheikh learned from speaking with his cleaning industry customers that employee turnover is a constant. Cleaners get hired. Cleaners quit. New cleaners come aboard, get trained and then quit, often after less than three weeks on the job. Constant churn is one reason companies started calling the guys in Kitchener to ask about the machines. “There has been a structural shift in the make-up of the economy,” Sheikh said. The weather economy, alas, isn’t quite as primed for disruption. That’s not to say change isn’t coming, not if Molina has anything to do with it. The Ecuadorian expat still disdains winter. However, he now has a perfectly Canadian garage complete with a workshop and an early rendering of a snow removal robot that never got to market. “I hate shovelling snow,” he said. “I want to do something for my front yard, and, someday, I will have time to get back to it.” • Email: joconnor@nationalpost.com | Twitter: oconnorwrites Postmedia is committed to maintaining a lively but civil forum for discussion. Please keep comments relevant and respectful. Comments may take up to an hour to appear on the site. You will receive an email if there is a reply to your comment, an update to a thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information. 365 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3L4 © 2025 Financial Post, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. 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Want to read in a language you're more familiar with? Chen Junbo, the former head of algorithm at the Alibaba-backed DAMO Academy, has left his post to start a new business in the outdoor cleaning robots field. Chen Junbo, the former head of algorithm at the Alibaba-backed DAMO Academy, has left his post to start a new business. Together with two other executives from Alibaba and vice president of tech startup Hengtian, Chen founded Youlu Intelligence that specializes in outdoor cleaning robots, Leiphone reported on March 6. Youlu Intelligent was established in October 2022 with a business scope that covers robotics research and development, manufacturing and sales, etc. There is no financing and product just yet, though a person familiar with the matter said that the company has set up a R&D team and that a product demo is expected to be available in the second half of the year. Chen Junbo graduated from the College of Computer Science and Technology at Zhejiang University and has worked for Alibaba Cloud, Taobao, Cainiao and DAMO Academy. During his time at the DAMO Academy, Chen's title was the senior algorithm expert at the autonomous driving laboratory, and was responsible for the research and development of decision-making planning control algorithms and simulation systems. In January 2022, Wang Gang, vice president of Alibaba and head of autonomous driving of DAMO Academy, left his post. Cheng Li, CTO of Alibaba, became the head of the academy's autonomous driving business while Chen was in charge of the day-to-day operation. With the organizational adjustment of Alibaba at the end of 2022, Cheng retired. Chen's departure from the company has opened the post once again. SEE ALSO: Alibaba Reshuffles Cloud Business and DAMO Academy DAMO Academy ranks in the forefront in China in the fields of artificial intelligence and autonomous driving. M6, the world's first ultra-large-scale, multi-modal pre-training model with 10 trillion parameters developed by the academy, was rated as the key breakthrough among Chinese AI research and development projects in 2021 by MIT Tech Review. The company now founded by Wang Gang after departing Alibaba is involved with indoor cleaning robots, while Chen's company devoted itself to outdoor cleaning robots. The other three founding members of Youlu Intelligence include: Gu Zulin, the former CEO of Alibaba Robot and the head of the unmanned vehicle division at Cainiao Network's ET Lab; an executive from DAMO Academy; and Wang Jian, who graduated from Zhejiang University. Related posts coming soon... Pandaily is a tech media based in Beijing. Our mission is to deliver premium content and contextual insights on China's technology scene to the worldwide tech community. © 2017 - 2025 Pandaily. All rights reserved.

Want to read in a language you're more familiar with? On March 21st, Roborock released its annual flagship automatic cleaning robot G20 and a brand-new model, the P10. On March 21st, Roborock released its annual flagship automatic cleaning robot G20 and a brand-new model, the P10, IThome reported. Since its establishment in July 2014, Roborock has focused on the R&D and production of smart household cleaning robots and other intelligent appliances. Roborock said that the automatic cleaning robot G20 is equipped with a super-powered dual-drive module, which integrates and upgrades the functions of sweeping and mopping the floor, bringing the functions of its double helix glue brush and four-zone double-shock cleaning, thus improving the robot's cleaning functionality. Another new product for the mid-end market, the automatic cleaning robot P10, continues the design of sweeping and mopping functions, with a 5500Pa suction, high-speed double-rotation constant humidity cleaning and all-round base station, which is targeted at normal household cleaning environments. There are some differences in the prices of the two models. The pre-sale price of the G20 standard version is 4999 yuan (about $727) while that of water version is 6799 yuan (about $988). The pre-sale price of the P10 standard version is 3,299 yuan (about $480), and the water version is 3,899 yuan (about $567). Generally speaking, Roborock's G20 automatic cleaning robot is equipped with a double helix glue brush, which reduces the possibility of any missed spots by facing involution and matching it with 6000Pa suction force. At the same time, due to the oblique spiral design of the main brush, the hair wound on the brush will be "transported" to the hair storage bin beside the main brush to avoid affecting operation. In view of some stubborn stains hidden deep in gaps, G20 pioneered the four-zone double-shock wiping, upgraded the vibration area to two, and increased the area of the vibration area, upgrading from the high-frequency vibration of 3000-revolution motor to the high-frequency vibration mode of "3000 +3000". In addition to upgrading the sweeping and towing function, under the cooperative operation of AI intelligent control dual lifting module, the G20 can also strategically lift the main brush and mop to avoid obstacles and maneuver around trouble areas. In terms of functionality, the G20 is equipped with a high-energy base station, which covers all functions from the cleaning console to base station, and brings the functions of automatic mop washing, drying, cleaning liquid top up, dust collection, water replenishment, base station cleaning, bacteriostasis and water loading and unloading. The self-cleaning module continues the original model's active self-cleaning cloth washing strategy, but the speed has increased by 22.5% compared with the previous generation. Active hand washing is simulated through high-speed brushing, thus achieving a deeper and cleaner effect. Dust collection for up to 60 days does not require manual garbage removal. In addition, the G20 adds the function of automatically adding cleaning liquid and can be used for 4 months when the capacity of 600ml is filled. In addition, Roborock officials said that the G20 is equipped with RR mason 10.0 which enables the robot to complete cleaning tasks in a planned and efficient manner. Moreover, the obstacle avoidance algorithm has also been upgraded. On the basis of carrying 3D structured light to avoid obstacles, the visual recognition ability has been upgraded again, and the types of obstacles that can be identified have been upgraded from 27 to 42. In addition, with infrared fill light, obstacles can be avoided in dimly lit environments. Different from G20, the P10 adopts spiral glue brush design with 5500Pa suction force. In mopping, it adopts a high-speed double-rotation constant humidity mopping scheme, with a maximum of 200 revolutions per minute of high-speed internal rotary mopping. At the same time, the mopping module can control its own lift up to a maximum height of about 10mm. The P10 is equipped with a full-featured base station, supports automatic mop cleaning, dust collection, water replenishment, bacteriostasis, mop drying, optional water loading and unloading, and easy cleaning in base station. At the same time, imitating the dynamic cleaning mode of a washing machine, the cleaning process is divided into three stages: pre-wash, rinse, and spin-dry. The rotating speed and water quantity will change dynamically according to different stages. With the high and low bump cleaning tray, mop stains will be scrubbed and cleaned. SEE ALSO: Actual Controller of Roborock to Reduce Holdings by Less Than 2% According to Roborock, the P10's automatic dust collection function is equipped with a 2.7 L dust collection bag, which can be used for 65 days under normal use conditions. The P10 also adopts a two-way automatic hot air drying function, and mop and base station are dried together to avoid generating any smells or attracting insects caused by long-term humidity. Moreover, the P10 is consistent with the flagship G20 in its software configuration, equipped with the RR mason10.0 system, which can intelligently identify the threshold, add cliff restricted areas, and remind users to add easy card restricted areas. The P10 also adopts multi-sensor fusion obstacle avoidance technology, which improves obstacle avoidance accuracy and avoids missed scanning in cleaning process under the fusion auxiliary judgment of structured light ranging sensor, LDS, gyroscope, ODO and wall sensor. Related posts coming soon... Pandaily is a tech media based in Beijing. Our mission is to deliver premium content and contextual insights on China's technology scene to the worldwide tech community. © 2017 - 2025 Pandaily. All rights reserved.

November 15, 2022 06:22 ET | Source: Douglas Insights Douglas Insights Isle of Man - Douglas, Nov. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Douglas Insights is expanding and adding a significant number of market reports to its already burgeoning comparison engine. The most prominent recent addition is the cleaning robot market, which is an addition to the engine's database. The reports are a compilation of the kind of information that the client will require. The reports often include drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities. Douglas Insights has an array of market research, analysts, and other data and reports that provide a holistic understanding of the market. The database has so much information that it allows clients to make nuanced and well-informed decisions about their ventures. Cleaning robots are some of the most effective vacuums we have seen in recent years. A cleaning robot involves a vacuum that takes up all sorts of different dust particles to clean the room. The robots can generally be hired by residents who are too tired to clean their own spaces. These robots are automated, and they don’t need any sort of additional instructions to be operated. This market will likely grow in the coming years as more people have disposable incomes and can afford to spend their money on cleaning robots. There is also the fact that people are more likely to invest in a cleaning robot for a mundane activity like cleaning and spend their time elsewhere. Other market drivers include an increased demand for equipment that doesn’t have contamination. These machines don’t require any skilled labor, which is why they are so popular among the population. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, had a negative impact on the industry's overall growth. There is a recession ongoing in many parts of the world after the fallout of the pandemic, creating issues for people all over the world. Thus, the number of people with disposable income will likely decline. Thus, this will likely cause people to not invest in cleaning robots. There has also been a major decrease in the accessibility of domestic help services, which is increasing the demand for cleaning robots. However, it is more likely for the demand to rise after there is less of a threat from COVID-19. Examine the report and make your choice: https://douglasinsights.com/cleaning-robot-market Market Drivers The other major drivers include the fact that smart devices are on the rise and have increased their penetration into all kinds of home appliances. The Internet of Things is on the rise, and cleaning robots can also be firmly attached to this narrative. There has also been a lot of development regarding the technology attached to the cleaning robots. The massive technology that comes with MEMS and other sensors is driving market demand. Other reasons for growth in this market also have much to do with the growth of the robotics fields. There are technological advancements all over the field that drive market demand. Also, the Internet of Things and wireless technologies are getting better and better, which helps the market grow even more. There is also an opportunity for growth as these robots reduce the chance of a robbery occurring in a home. Busy schedules often make people keep a permanent housekeeper in their homes, often increasing the chances of a robbery. However, with cleaning robots, there’s no need for you to worry about the presence of a robber within your home. The main limitation of this technology is that fewer people are willing to spend money on such luxuries.In other countries of the world, too, COVID-19 has had a devastating effect, and thus, the robot sales are likely to fall in the coming years and then pick back up again as the recession diminishes. Furthermore, there are also certain challenges that you have to take care of. These challenges are such that there is reduced efficiency when it comes to cleaning robots. These robot systems aren’t very smart, so they won’t always know where spillage is present or cleaning is required. Key players Key players covered into the report are Ecovacs Robotics, Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, Xiaomi, Roborock, Panasonic, Dyson James Ltd., Amano Corporation, SoftBank Robotics, Makita Corporation, Gaussian Robotics, Matsutek Co., Ltd., Ilife, Milagrow Business & Knowledge Solution (Ptv.) Limited, Maytronics, Miele & Cie. KG, Pentair, iRobot Corporation, Zodiac Pool System LLC Set a budget for a custom project and see offers from publishers all over the world- https://douglasinsights.com/projects Cleaning Robots Market Report Coverage Segmentations BY PRODUCT TYPE BY OFFERING BY COMPONENTS BY UTILITY TYPE BY END-USER Key questions answered in this report Unique data points of this report Table of Content:1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY 1.2 MARKET DEFINITION 1.3 OVERVIEW OF GLOBAL CLEANING ROBOT MARKET 1.4 CURRENCY AND PRICING 1.5 LIMITATIONS 1.6 MARKETS COVERED 2 MARKET SEGMENTATION 2.1 MARKETS COVERED 2.2 GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE 2.3 YEARS CONSIDERED FOR THE STUDY 2.4 TRIPOD DATA VALIDATION MODEL 2.5 PRIMARY INTERVIEWS WITH KEY OPINION LEADERS 2.6 MARKET POSITION GRID 2.7 VENDOR SHARE ANALYSIS 2.8 MULTIVARIATE MODELING 2.9 PRODUCT TYPE TIMELINE CURVE 2.1 MARKET APPLICATION GRID 2.11 SECONDARY SOURCES 2.12 ASSUMPTIONS 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS 4.1 CASE STUDIES 5 MARKET OVERVIEW 5.1 DRIVERS 5.1.1 PENETRATION OF AUTOMATION IN HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES 5.1.2 ADOPTION OF REMOTE CONTROL FOR CLEANING PROCESS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES 5.1.3 TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT & MODERNIZATION IN THE FIELD OF ROBOTICS 5.1.4 ABILITY OF ROBOTIC VACUUMS TO CLEAN WITHOUT HUMAN INTERFACE ON DIFFERENT SURFACES 5.2 RESTRAINTS 5.2.1 LACK OF DURABLE ROBOTIC VACUUM CLEANER IN MARKET 5.2.2 INTERRUPTION OF ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES WITH DECREASE OF CONSUMER SPENDING IN HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES DURING COVID-19 5.3 OPPORTUNITIES 5.3.1 INCREASE IN ACQUISITION & PARTNERSHIP FOR CLEANING ROBOTS AMONG ORGANIZATIONS 5.3.2 RISING GOVERNMENT INITIATIVES IN RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENTS 5.3.3 CHANGE IN APPROACH BY CONSUMER FOR CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 5.4 CHALLENGES 5.4.1 DESIGN COMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH ROBOTIC CLEANERS 5.4.2 INABILITY OF CLEANING ROBOTS TO COPE UP WITH OBSTRUCTION WHILE CLEANING 6 IMPACT ANALYSIS OF COVID-19 ON GLOBAL CLEANING ROBOT MARKET 6.1 IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE MARKET 6.2 IMPACT ON PRICE & DEMAND 6.3 IMPACT ON SUPPLY CHAIN 6.4 STEPS TAKEN BY MANUFACTURERS DURING COVID-19 SITUATIONS 6.5 CONCLUSION …………….. 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+ 84.11 + 30.90 + 116.00 -3,291.00 -6,765.00 + 84.11 + 30.90 + 30.90 + 116.00 + 116.00 -3,291.00 Get businessline apps on Connect with us TO ENJOY ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Connect With Us Get BusinessLine apps on The robot has the ability to carry out deep and precise cleaning of manholes by reaching depths beyond 10 metres. In a key milestone for humane work practices, the Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) has completed one year since the deployment of Bandicoot Mobility+ robots for sewer maintenance in the city. Since its introduction in April 2024, the Bandicoot Mobility+ robots and associated tech systems have successfully cleaned more than 5,000 manholes and stormwater drains, reducing the need for manual scavenging and enhancing the safety and dignity of sanitation workers, a statement from Genrobotics, the start-up behind Bandicoot said. Kerala start-up Genrobotics is one of the top three AI start-ups recognised by Meity and its Mobility+ variant integrates robotic technology with a vehicle-mounted system, allowing the robot to be transported easily between sites and operated in even the most congested urban areas. The robot has the ability to carry out deep and precise cleaning of manholes by reaching depths beyond 10 metres. With features like real-time camera monitoring, gas detection and contactless waste collection and disposal, the system ensures maximum worker safety. “The onboard waste storage unit, automatic dumper and stabilising mechanisms make the entire process seamless and hygienic, with no human intervention required inside the manhole,” Genrobotics said. Inspired by Chennai’s results, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has now announced plans to adopt Bandicoot robots for drain cleaning in Bengaluru. Following the rollout, CMWSSB is also looking to expand robotic operations into more city zones and scale up preparations for the monsoon season. “What Chennai has achieved is not just about using robots to clean manholes—it’s about bringing dignity, safety and innovation into sanitation,” said Rashid K, co-founder of Genrobotics. “Bandicoot, the world’s first robotic scavenger, was fully developed in-house in India—built from scratch to solve the real issue of manual scavenging.” Published on June 30, 2025 Copyright© 2025, THG PUBLISHING PVT LTD. or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. BACK TO TOP Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide by our community guidelines for posting your comments. We have migrated to a new commenting platform. If you are already a registered user of TheHindu Businessline and logged in, you may continue to engage with our articles. If you do not have an account please register and login to post comments. Users can access their older comments by logging into their accounts on Vuukle. Terms & conditions | Institutional Subscriber

PNN New Delhi [India], December 8: Innovation: KP Group migrates from manual to Robotics water-less solar panel cleaning to save a minimum of 3,60,000 litres of water per year/MWp; Another step towards protecting the environment; already deployed at nine sites. Show Full Article PNN New Delhi [India], December 8: Innovation: KP Group migrates from manual to Robotics water-less solar panel cleaning to save a minimum of 3,60,000 litres of water per year/MWp; Another step towards protecting the environment; already deployed at nine sites. Show Full Article New Delhi [India], December 8: Innovation: KP Group migrates from manual to Robotics water-less solar panel cleaning to save a minimum of 3,60,000 litres of water per year/MWp; Another step towards protecting the environment; already deployed at nine sites. KP Group has earned a name for its commitment to innovation. The company’s in-house R&D Team has developed robots for cleaning the solar panels. It has set up a new startup with the name “KPI Green OMS” and hired a team of robotic engineers for the same. A factory has been established in Ahmedabad for developing solar panel cleaning robots. Robotic cleaning of solar panels is being undertaken at KP Group’s nine solar sites at Sudi, Ranada, Samoj, Vedchha, Bhensli and Vagra on a trial basis. Under the leadership of KP Group CMD Dr Faruk Patel, robotic engineers Zaid Kesrani, Ravindra Rehewar and Harsh Mevada have been tasked with creating and deploying more than 100 robots for panel cleaning at various project sites. The Robot’s battery lasts for three years. With a backup battery, the robots can be deployed for six hours at a stretch. [Robot is portable makes shifting between rows easy. It is adjustable in length to accommodate different module sizes, and the cleaning brush height can be adjusted to provide more efficient cleaning. The Robot’s structure is sturdy and can handle various environmental conditions.] What are the benefits of robotic cleaning? 1 – The speed of cleaning has increased. A robot can clean 40 solar panels every minute. Solar panels of up to 700 KW can be cleaned in an hour. 2 – Cleaning can be accomplished easily with less manpower and time savings. Until now, ten employees could clean solar panels of 1.5 MW in a 6-hour shift. Moreover, the cleaning had to be undertaken during night hours. As a result of the deployment of robots, only two resources are needed for monitoring and shifting the robots. Cleaning is also possible during the day time now and that too in just one-fourth of the time. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. For more information, please visit: https://kpgroup.co/ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. KP Group has earned a name for its commitment to innovation. The company’s in-house R&D Team has developed robots for cleaning the solar panels. It has set up a new startup with the name “KPI Green OMS” and hired a team of robotic engineers for the same. A factory has been established in Ahmedabad for developing solar panel cleaning robots. Robotic cleaning of solar panels is being undertaken at KP Group’s nine solar sites at Sudi, Ranada, Samoj, Vedchha, Bhensli and Vagra on a trial basis. Under the leadership of KP Group CMD Dr Faruk Patel, robotic engineers Zaid Kesrani, Ravindra Rehewar and Harsh Mevada have been tasked with creating and deploying more than 100 robots for panel cleaning at various project sites. The Robot’s battery lasts for three years. With a backup battery, the robots can be deployed for six hours at a stretch. [Robot is portable makes shifting between rows easy. It is adjustable in length to accommodate different module sizes, and the cleaning brush height can be adjusted to provide more efficient cleaning. The Robot’s structure is sturdy and can handle various environmental conditions.] What are the benefits of robotic cleaning? 1 – The speed of cleaning has increased. A robot can clean 40 solar panels every minute. Solar panels of up to 700 KW can be cleaned in an hour. 2 – Cleaning can be accomplished easily with less manpower and time savings. Until now, ten employees could clean solar panels of 1.5 MW in a 6-hour shift. Moreover, the cleaning had to be undertaken during night hours. As a result of the deployment of robots, only two resources are needed for monitoring and shifting the robots. Cleaning is also possible during the day time now and that too in just one-fourth of the time. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. For more information, please visit: https://kpgroup.co/ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. What are the benefits of robotic cleaning? 1 – The speed of cleaning has increased. A robot can clean 40 solar panels every minute. Solar panels of up to 700 KW can be cleaned in an hour. 2 – Cleaning can be accomplished easily with less manpower and time savings. Until now, ten employees could clean solar panels of 1.5 MW in a 6-hour shift. Moreover, the cleaning had to be undertaken during night hours. As a result of the deployment of robots, only two resources are needed for monitoring and shifting the robots. Cleaning is also possible during the day time now and that too in just one-fourth of the time. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. For more information, please visit: https://kpgroup.co/ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. What are the benefits of robotic cleaning? 1 – The speed of cleaning has increased. A robot can clean 40 solar panels every minute. Solar panels of up to 700 KW can be cleaned in an hour. 2 – Cleaning can be accomplished easily with less manpower and time savings. Until now, ten employees could clean solar panels of 1.5 MW in a 6-hour shift. Moreover, the cleaning had to be undertaken during night hours. As a result of the deployment of robots, only two resources are needed for monitoring and shifting the robots. Cleaning is also possible during the day time now and that too in just one-fourth of the time. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. For more information, please visit: https://kpgroup.co/ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. 1 – The speed of cleaning has increased. A robot can clean 40 solar panels every minute. Solar panels of up to 700 KW can be cleaned in an hour. 2 – Cleaning can be accomplished easily with less manpower and time savings. Until now, ten employees could clean solar panels of 1.5 MW in a 6-hour shift. Moreover, the cleaning had to be undertaken during night hours. As a result of the deployment of robots, only two resources are needed for monitoring and shifting the robots. Cleaning is also possible during the day time now and that too in just one-fourth of the time. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. For more information, please visit: https://kpgroup.co/ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. 2 – Cleaning can be accomplished easily with less manpower and time savings. Until now, ten employees could clean solar panels of 1.5 MW in a 6-hour shift. Moreover, the cleaning had to be undertaken during night hours. As a result of the deployment of robots, only two resources are needed for monitoring and shifting the robots. Cleaning is also possible during the day time now and that too in just one-fourth of the time. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. For more information, please visit: https://kpgroup.co/ (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by PNN. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same) This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. 3 – There is a marked saving in water required for cleaning the panels. When cleaning was done manually, each panel required around 3 litres of water, a very precious natural resource. With robots, there is no need for water for cleaning. It is especially beneficial in sites prone to water shortage. Cleaning was also a challenge at many sites due to the availability of only hard water. In such cases, water tankers were required to be ordered. Using robots for cleaning has helped the company address many such challenges. 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The artificial intelligence revolution has ignited unprecedented interest in one of technology’s most challenging frontiers: humanoid robots. Two secretive Silicon Valley companies have emerged with substantial funding to develop human-shaped machines aimed at performing tasks typically done by people. Palo Alto-based Rhoda AI and Genesis AI have collectively secured over $300 million in investment capital, joining an increasingly competitive field of companies betting that humanoid robots represent the next major technological breakthrough. With industry titans like Nvidia’s Jensen Huang describing humanoid robots as “potentially one of the largest industries ever,” these startups are racing to overcome the significant engineering challenges that have historically limited the capabilities of bipedal machines. While skeptics warn about premature commercialization, the enormous funding pouring into this sector suggests investors believe humanoid robots could transform industries ranging from manufacturing to household services. Rhoda AI, founded by serial entrepreneur Jagdeep Singh, has quietly built a nearly billion-dollar valuation while developing what they call a “general purpose bimanual manipulation platform” – essentially a humanoid robot with two arms designed for heavy lifting. After raising a $162.6 million Series A round in April, bringing their total funding to $230 million, the company is tackling one of robotics’ most persistent challenges: creating machines capable of lifting substantial weights while maintaining balance and stability. Current humanoid robots typically struggle with loads exceeding 50 pounds, severely limiting their industrial applications. Singh, who previously founded Quantumscape (now a public company valued at nearly $10 billion) and Infinera (acquired by Nokia for $2.3 billion), has assembled a team including Stanford professor Gordon Wetzstein and Vincent Clerc, who previously worked on Softbank’s Pepper robot, suggesting the company is bringing significant technical expertise to the challenge. Genesis AI represents another ambitious entrant in the humanoid robotics space, having secured a remarkable $105 million seed round from prominent investors including Khosla Ventures and former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. Unlike traditional bipedal humanoids, Genesis AI is developing a hybrid approach – robots with two arms but wheels instead of legs, potentially addressing some of the stability and energy efficiency challenges that have plagued walking robots. According to CEO Zhou Xian, the company isn’t building humanoids entirely from scratch but instead working with hardware vendors on custom robots while focusing their internal efforts on the software models that will control these machines. This strategic approach could allow Genesis AI to bring their solutions to market more quickly while developing robots that are “cheaper, lighter and less dangerous” than competitors like Tesla’s Optimus. These newcomers join an increasingly crowded field of well-funded humanoid robotics ventures that have attracted extraordinary investment despite limited commercial deployment to date. Figure AI recently announced it had raised over $1 billion at a staggering $39 billion valuation, while 1X is reportedly raising $1 billion of its own. Meanwhile, Tesla continues development of its Optimus humanoid robot, with CEO Elon Musk repeatedly claiming it will eventually become the most valuable division within Tesla – though reports suggest the project has encountered significant engineering and production challenges. The massive valuations and funding rounds reflect investor optimism that these companies can overcome the technical hurdles that have historically limited humanoid robotics to research labs and demonstration projects rather than practical commercial applications. The surge of investment into humanoid robotics reflects a broader pattern following the remarkable success of large language models like ChatGPT. Investors who witnessed the rapid commercialization and adoption of AI are now seeking the next technological breakthrough, with many betting that robotics represents a natural evolution of artificial intelligence – moving from digital environments to physical embodiment. The potential applications span numerous industries: factory automation, warehouse logistics, elder care, household assistance, and dangerous environments unsuitable for human workers. If these companies succeed in creating reliable, versatile humanoid robots at reasonable cost points, they could transform labor markets and create entirely new categories of products and services. The integration of advanced AI systems with increasingly capable robotic hardware promises machines that can not only follow instructions but potentially learn new tasks through demonstration or natural language guidance. Despite the excitement and unprecedented funding, significant skepticism remains about the timeline for commercial viability of humanoid robots. Kane Hsieh, general partner at Root Ventures who specializes in hardware startups, notes that while investor optimism is driving considerable hype, the rapid progression “from cool, promising research to doing 100 million dollar seed rounds” gives reason for caution. The history of robotics is littered with ambitious projects that encountered unexpected challenges in moving from controlled demonstrations to reliable real-world deployment. The engineering complexities of creating machines that can safely navigate human environments, manipulate objects with precision, and operate autonomously for extended periods remain formidable. Nevertheless, the concentration of talent and capital in companies like Rhoda AI and Genesis AI suggests that humanoid robotics may finally be approaching a breakthrough moment after decades of halting progress. 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A journalist touches XPeng's next-gen Iron humanoid robotic hand at its headquarters in Guangzhou, southern China's Guangdong province, Nov. 6. AFP-Yonhap TOKYO — A pair of swivelling, human-like robotic arms, built for physical artificial intelligence research, mirror the motions of an operator in a VR headset twirling his hands like a magician. With enough practice, arms like these can complete everyday tasks alone, claims Tokyo company Enactic, which is developing humanoid robots to wash dishes and do laundry in short-staffed Japanese care homes. Welcome to the future of AI as it starts to infiltrate the material world in the form of smart robots, self-driving cars and other autonomous machines. "The next wave of AI is physical AI," Jensen Huang, head of U.S. chip giant Nvidia, said last year. That's "AI that understands the laws of physics, AI that can work among us" and understands "how to perceive the world," Huang added. Tech firms are pouring massive sums into physical AI, and Morgan Stanley predicts the world could have more than a billion humanoid robots by 2050. The buzz is only heightened by videos showing advanced androids, often Chinese-made, dancing to Taylor Swift or pulling heavy objects with ease. Beyond the promise of sci-fi robot butlers, the race has sparked concern over job losses, privacy and how long these innovations will take to actually be useful. Hiro Yamamoto is the 24-year-old CEO of Enactic, whose OpenArm physical AI training devices are used by Nvidia and at top universities such as Stanford. He plans to begin deploying new robots, currently under development, from next summer to "live alongside people in environments that are very chaotic, and where conditions are always changing" like care homes. "So it has to be safe," with a soft exterior that won't injure anyone, Yamamoto said. 'Any human role' In the Chinese city of Guangzhou, a female figure with a glowing oval-shaped visor for a face, clad in white woven fabric like a fencing athlete, walked slowly across a stage last week to cheers and whispers. It was the latest humanoid robot to be unveiled by Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng, which is also pushing into physical AI. XPeng's next-gen Iron humanoid robot speaks to the media during a showroom tour at its headquarter in Guangzhou, southern China's Guangdong province, Nov. 5. AFP-Yonhap Nimble machines made by U.S. companies, such as Boston Dynamics' dog-like robots, have grabbed headlines over the years. But government support and strong domestic supply chains are helping Chinese rivals, also including Unitree Robotics and EngineAI, race ahead. "I haven't given much thought to how many robots we will sell annually in 10 years' time, but I think it would be more than cars," XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng told reporters. XPeng's robots walk and even dance autonomously — but how well they handle objects, a more complicated feat, has not been widely demonstrated. Their dexterous fingers and flexible skin are unlikely to replace workers on China's factory floors soon, he said. The cost of one robot hand, which needs to be replaced regularly for heavy-duty work, could pay a Chinese worker's salary for years. But with enough data and training, AI humanoid robots could one day perform "almost any human role," from nanny to home chef or gardener, XPeng co-president Brian Gu told AFP. On-the-job training Text-based AI tools like ChatGPT are trained on huge volumes of words, but physical AI models must also grapple with vision and the spatial relationship between objects. For now, remotely operating AI robots to teach them how to do something like picking up a cup is by far the most reliable way to collect data," Yamamoto said. Just 30 to 50 demonstrations of each task are needed to fine-tune "vision-language-action" AI models, he added. Enactic has approached several dozen care facilities in Japan to propose that its teleoperated robots take over menial tasks, so qualified care workers have more time to look after elderly residents. This on-the-job experience will train physical AI models so the robots can act autonomously in the future, Yamamoto said. US-Norwegian startup 1X is taking a similar approach for its humanoid home helper NEO, which it will deliver to American homes from next year. NEO costs $20,000 to buy, but so far its performance is shaky, with one video in U.S. media showing the robot struggling to close a dishwasher door, even when teleoperated. Physical limits In another embarrassing moment, a Russian humanoid robot, said to be the country's first, staggered and then fell flat on its face as it made its debut on stage earlier this week. There is currently a "big gap" between robots' AI systems and their physical abilities, which lag behind, said Sara Adela Abad Guaman, assistant professor in robotics at University College London. "Nature has shown us that in order to adapt to the environment, you need to have the right body," Abad told AFP, giving the example of a mountain goat that stumbles on ice. Nevertheless, big deals are being struck, even as booming investment in artificial intelligence feeds fears of a stock market bubble. Japan's SoftBank recently called physical AI its "next frontier" as it said it was buying industrial robot maker ABB Robotics for $5.4 billion. Automation raises questions about the future of human labor, but Abad is not too worried. At the end of the day, "our sense of touch is incomparable," she said.

Sign Up! envelope_alt Get the latest Android News in your inbox every day arrow_right Sign up to receive the latest Android News every weekday: Only send updates once a week Android Headlines / Tech News / Artificial Intelligence News / Samsung Aims to Give Humanoid Robots AI-Powered Eyes Samsung is reportedly developing advanced AI vision capabilities for future humanoid robots, positioning itself to power how these machines perceive the world. Leveraging its expertise in cameras and AI, Samsung could become a key provider of robot “eyes,” accelerating the integration of humanoids into daily life. The world of robotics is rapidly evolving, moving from industrial automation toward more versatile and human-like machines. Samsung, a giant in consumer electronics and technology, is reportedly positioning itself to play a significant role in this future. Recent reports from Korean media suggest that Samsung is actively developing the AI vision capabilities that could power our future humanoid robots. Most specific details about the new project are still under wraps. However, the underlying idea and its implications for the tech industry are quite interesting. Imagine a world where humanoid robots are more integrated into our daily lives, assisting with tasks around the home, in healthcare, or even in various service industries. These robots will need to truly interact with and navigate the complex human world effectively. They would need advanced sensory perception, and vision is paramount for that. Samsung’s expertise in areas like camera technology, image processing, and artificial intelligence puts them in a unique position to develop these crucial AI vision systems. Think about the sophisticated camera sensors found in Galaxy smartphones, coupled with Samsung’s growing investment in AI for image recognition and object detection. It’s a natural progression to envision this technology being adapted and scaled for the needs of humanoid robots. The company also has experience in the robotics sector. Indeed, Ballie, which has been featured at events and in teaser trailers for years, is expected to finally reach the commercial market soon. While this is not a humanoid robot, it needs similar vision capabilities to fulfill its role as a “home assistant.” The Korea Herald report highlights Samsung’s recent activities in the robotics field. This includes the introduction of “Samsung Bot Handy,” an AI-powered robot capable of recognizing and manipulating objects. This provides a tangible glimpse into Samsung’s ambitions beyond mobile devices and home appliances. Developing the “eyes” for future humanoid robots would be a logical next step, potentially involving intricate systems that can not only see but also understand spatial relationships, identify objects in various conditions, and even interpret human gestures. Furthermore, the report touches upon the potential for Samsung to collaborate with other robotics companies. Instead of solely producing their own line of humanoid robots, Samsung might focus on providing the core AI vision technology that other manufacturers can integrate into their creations. This approach could allow Samsung to become a key enabler in the robotics ecosystem. The situation would be similar to how they supply components like displays and memory chips to other tech companies. Previous reports have revealed that Samsung will focus on innovation in more segments to turn around the poor performance of some of its divisions. Plans included increased investment in areas such as robotics and medicine. The latest move appears to reflect this new strategy. The timeline for widespread adoption of humanoid robots is still uncertain. But Samsung’s apparent focus on AI vision for robots indicates a strong belief in this future. Their potential entry into this space could significantly accelerate the development of humanoid robots that can truly see and interact with the world around them, bringing us closer to a reality once confined to science fiction. Copyright ©2025 Android Headlines. All Rights Reserved. Jean has been a mobile-tech enthusiast since ever. He likes to always be up-to-date on the latest news in the industry and write about it. He specializes in Android, smartphones, tablets, wearables, apps, and some gaming. Main Deals & More Android News Sign Up! envelope_alt Get the latest Android News in your inbox every day arrow_right Sign up to receive the latest Android News every weekday: Only send updates once a week