Now, however, Stanford researchers have used artificial intelligence to steer a free-flying robot aboard the International ...

A spider-like construction robot designed in Australia is edging toward a role that once belonged only in science fiction: ...

Robotic ‘spiders’ could be the key to building large-scale structures in space, according to ESA’s Advanced Concepts Team. The tiny mechanical spiders would inch their way across large nets of fabric ...

What’s the difference between deep space and the deep sea? For a robot, the answer is: not much. Both environments are harsh and demanding, and, more importantly, both are far removed from the machine ...

AI robot on the ISS navigates 50–60% faster using machine learning, marking a major step toward autonomous space missions.

Soft robots that power themselves from their surroundings are moving from lab curiosity to strategic technology, promising ...

Engineers developing space exploration robots drew inspiration from the common squirrel for their latest cutting-edge bot design, which they say could also help in search and rescue missions during ...

CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. — New shape-shifting ‘Transformer bots’ have been inspired by origami. The versatile robots could transform space travel, say scientists. Taking inspiration from the ancient ...

"We have now achieved all the technical requirements for controlling complex robotic missions on Mars — and for a future permanent lunar research station." Two four-legged robots recently explored a ...

Vehicles and buildings designed to enable survival in extreme environments, such as spacecraft, submarines and sealed ...