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Humanoid robots: How human-like machines could change our daily lives

Humanoid robots are no longer science fiction: They can take on tasks that challenge humans and have the potential to play an important role in industry, services or private households in the future. At Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), researchers are working on hardware and software for human-like robots. Dr. Sebastian Reitelshöfer from the FAU Chair of Manufacturing Automation and Production Systems explains in an interview how humanoid robots could support us in the…

Codey represents new era of autonomous, socially intelligent humanoids

Japan bank lobby warns of potential service disruptions due to AI-enabled cyberattacks

Video. Humanoid robots and smart homes put AI centre stage at VivaTech 2026 in Paris

US firm unveils Futurist humanoid, FX Navi robot dog in California

RealSense unveils AI-native D585 Pro depth camera for robots

Kinova launches KIMA medical robotic arm

Microbot Medical to expand veteran access to robotic surgery with LIBERTY

Richtech Robotics launches livestream for ADAM AI-powered humanoid

The Best Robot Vacuums For Pet Hair, Tested And Approved By Our Editors

Robots pour cocktails and run marathons, but still can't multitask

They can mix cocktails, run marathons and fold laundry. But humanoid robots are still a long way from doing lots of different jobs on command, whatever the marketing says.

Amazon's next warehouse efficiency drive is about moving humans, not just packages

'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots

How Liquid Cooling Let a Humanoid Robot Shatter Half Marathon Records

Robotic teleoperation data startup XDOF launches with $70M in funding

Operating a Humanoid With Your Body Is a Hot Job in China’s Hardware Capital

No, It’s Not Nearly Impossible To Make A China-Free Humanoid Robot

Evaluating humanoids for surface finishing applications

Manufacturing processes such as sanding, polishing, blasting, grinding, coating, and painting are used in a wide variety of industries. These manufacturing tasks are ergonomically challenging and pose significant health risks for humans (please see image above). There is considerable interest in using robots to automate these operations. When parts are large, the robot arm needs… The post Evaluating humanoids for surface finishing applications appeared first on The Robot Report .

Humanizing robots makes factory workers more productive

When factory workers treat industrial robots as co-workers—even attributing certain human qualities to them—productivity and well-being improve, according to new research out of the Alberta School of Business.

Upsampling method sharpens AI vision with up to 16 times less GPU memory

From facial recognition on smartphones to humanoid robots, computer vision technology, which serves as the eyes of artificial intelligence (AI), is widely used in daily life. A joint research team from KAIST and international institutions has developed a technology that allows AI to see the world more clearly with minimal memory, increasing GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) memory efficiency by up to 16 times. The achievement is seen as a core technology that could accelerate the era of humanoid…

Collecting robot training data is dirty, unglamorous work. Some AI labs are already paying XDOF to do it.

Autonomique deploys semi-humanoid robots and AI at Canadian Tier 1

Fennec Engineering earns T2 qualification for Advanced Safety Acceleration Platform

Fennec Engineering has obtained certification confirming that its automated traceability platform meets strict safety standards. The post Fennec Engineering earns T2 qualification for Advanced Safety Acceleration Platform appeared first on The Robot Report .

Do people feel safe in a robot’s presence? | Science Robotics

Physiological and qualitative data reveal insights into human perceived safety of mobile robot encounters.

Therapist-exoskeleton-patient interaction for gait therapy | Science Robotics

Therapist-exoskeleton-patient interaction (TEPI) enables real-time shaping of poststroke gait via bidirectional feedback.

Stop chasing identical outcomes in HRI replication: Learn from the differences | Science Robotics

HRI should report methods clearly and in full and treat cross-context differences as data, not as replication failures.

Sanctuary AI validates physical AI performance at Tier 1 automotive supplier

Sanctuary AI is not waiting for humanoid robots; it's applying physical AI to demonstrate production-ready performance. The post Sanctuary AI validates physical AI performance at Tier 1 automotive supplier appeared first on The Robot Report .

The Secret to Marathon-Winning Humanoid Robots

On April 19, 2026, the Honor Lightning humanoid robot ran a half-marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds , beating the human world record by 7 minutes and the best robot time from 2025 by almost two hours. How did they do it? Is there some magical technology or technique that unlocked this performance? How did they beat the significantly better-known Unitree (who reportedly had to supply an ice backpack to try and complete the race without overheating)? My doctoral thesis involved building and …

When will AI robots become part of everyday lives?

Many AI robots appear intelligent as long as they operate in controlled environments. Neuroscientist and robotics researcher Elisa Donati explains why robots with real-world readiness require more than just fast software.

Could AI tell you where you left your keys?

An auto factory worker can remember the storage bin where she left a partly assembled component the night before and quickly return to that spot to pick it up. But robots that may work side by side with her would struggle to develop and access this same type of "spatiotemporal" memory.

The anti-humanoid: Why Genesis AI’s new robot design isn’t a fake human

New research enables a robot to chart a better course

By rapidly generating a smooth path plan that cuts travel time and avoids obstacles, the open-source “MIGHTY” system could streamline disaster recovery and parcel delivery.

The next humanoid robot might not look human at all

Seres unveils Xiaosai humanoid robot with embodied 'intelligence'

The Best Robot Vacuums We've Tested for Pet Hair in 2026

The Humanoid Robots You Can Actually Buy Right Now

Pegasus Tech Ventures launches $60M fund for physical AI startups

Pegasus and CYBERDYNE will invest in startups developing robotics, physical AI, healthcare, automation, and intelligent systems. The post Pegasus Tech Ventures launches $60M fund for physical AI startups appeared first on The Robot Report .

Eno humanoid robot debuts as general-purpose worker for industries

French startup bets on non-humanoid design in crowded AI robot race

Elephant trunk skin reveals design that could reshape soft robotics

An elephant's trunk is both strong and capable of extremely fine motor movements. With this muscular, boneless structure, an elephant can carry heavy logs—or deftly peel a banana. Lucia Beccai and colleagues studied the skin of the trunk, hoping to understand its properties and derive lessons for the next generation of advanced soft robotics. The authors obtained a trunk from a single adult Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) that died of natural causes at Zurich Zoo, Switzerland, in 2020.

Kawasaki Robotics to debut RL030N physical AI platform at Automate

Ukrainian operators say troops don't need a bunch of different war robots. They need more services.

This AI robot startup thinks humanoids are overrated

Is Eno From Genesis AI The iPhone Moment For Humanoid Robots?

Genesis AI launches Eno general-purpose robot

Genesis plans to begin Eno’s production and targeted customer deployments by the end of 2026, with home deployments coming later. The post Genesis AI launches Eno general-purpose robot appeared first on The Robot Report .

Built Robotics, Penn xLAB to develop physical AI for construction

Video. Humanoid robots join models at fashion show in Seoul

PSYONIC partners with ABB Robotics to apply human touch to robot dexterity

Wing-shape tests could unlock smoother water-to-air drone launches

A bird bursting from the ocean or a mobula ray launching skyward makes the transition from water to air look effortless. For unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, it's one of the hardest maneuvers to replicate.

Humanoid enters first commercial warehouse trial in South Korea