The new algorithm could help robots make safer, smarter decisions around humans, even amidst the greatest uncertainties.

When robots work safely with humans, they can provide clear benefits. Industries facing labor shortages, such as elder care, could see relief. Physically demanding jobs might also become safer for ...

Establishing human-robot harmony in the workplace isn't always easy. Beyond the common fear of automation taking human jobs, robots sometimes simply mess up. When this happens, reestablishing trust ...

Robots have loomed over the future of labor for decades---at least since robotic arms started replacing auto workers on the assembly line in the early 1960s. Optimists say that more robots will lead ...

The image that most of society has of robots is that of slaves -- creations that can be forced to do what humans want. This ebook, based on the latest ZDNet / TechRepublic special feature, looks at ...

A Canadian company wants to revolutionize the concept of “workforce” and how things get done across multiple industries by introducing pioneering robots that boast human-like intelligence and that are ...

To achieve an approachable appearance, the Kriket 3000 incorporates soft lines and rounded corners. The robot’s white colorway contributes to a clean aesthetic. The visual design is intended to be non ...

Until you have built a robot, it may be hard to appreciate just how capable, adaptable, resilient, intelligent, and dexterous humans are. Many of our human capabilities are taken for granted because ...

"Digit" the robot can balance on one foot, navigate obstacles and fold itself to fit into the back of a car. One other thing — Digit can also use its arms to carry and deliver packages straight to ...

A hot potato: While there are plenty of justifiable fears about robots, AI, and general automation taking jobs, the technologies have also been hailed for their ability to augment human tasks. But a ...