Robots are learning to do the jobs of human factory workers, bus drivers, burger flippers, butlers, and healthcare workers, among many others – and now, they may be coming for scientists as well.

Machine-learning models can speed up the discovery of new materials by making predictions and suggesting experiments. But most models today only consider a few specific types of data or variables.

Teradyne's strategy of diversifying into the robotics market is not paying off as it faces significant challenges. The robotics distraction also causes the company to lose market share in its core ...

Isaac Asimov’s First Law of Robotics states that “a robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm.” That sounds simple enough — but a recent experiment ...

Jack has a degree in Medical Genetics from the University of Leicester.View full profile Jack has a degree in Medical Genetics from the University of Leicester. Creating a robot to autonomously do the ...

Automation has taken over many areas of apparel manufacturing, but the next innovation could come in the form of robotic sewing. Levi Strauss & Co. participated in a project spearheaded by industrial ...