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Robotics

Environment/Robotics

The physics of the urge for freedom

Adrian Bejan
December 5, 2024

Freedom is not just a concept—it’s physics. From leashes to societies, forced unity consumes more energy than moving freely. Diversity thrives in nature’s designs.

Artificial intelligence/Robotics

The evolving identity of AI robots and their place in human society

Shailendra Kumar Sanghamitra Choudhury
October 17, 2024

Should AI humanoid robots be deemed "artificial persons" with legal rights and responsibilities? Their societal role continues to spark ongoing debate.

Artificial intelligence/Computer science/Robotics

Robots learn to move faster with brain-inspired approach

Fuda Van Diggelen Eliseo Ferrante Agoston Eiben
September 13, 2024

How can robots move as fast as animals? Researchers have developed a brain-inspired method, offering a breakthrough in training robots for rapid locomotion.

Business/Computer science/Robotics

Exploring the link between crowds and risk-taking

Rae Yule Kim
April 4, 2024

Most people are risk averse and subsequently skeptical of new things. To make people like something new, put them in a crowded environment.

Advancing AI with green practices and adaptable solutions for the future
Artificial intelligence/Computer science/Robotics

Advancing AI with green practices and adaptable solutions for the future

Andrew Starkey Chinedu Pascal Ezenkwu
March 28, 2024

Despite AI's achievements, how can its limitations be addressed to reduce computational costs, enhance transparency, and pioneer eco-friendly practices?

Research explores perceptions and challenges, urging increased female participation for equitable AI development.
Artificial intelligence/Ethics/Gender studies/Philosophy/Robotics

Breaking binary code: Navigating gender and feminist frontiers in artificial intelligence

Shailendra Kumar Sanghamitra Choudhury
January 5, 2024

Research explores perceptions and challenges, urging increased female participation for equitable AI development.

an era of human−machine communication. It is crucial for both academia and industry to continue their focus on understanding how this type of communication impacts our relationships with other humans and ourselves.
Artificial intelligence/Computer science/Psychology/Robotics/Social media

Can humans and robots have real intimacy?

Yi Mou Yuheng Wu Xiaoyu Ye
April 26, 2023

Can robots build Intimate connections through self-disclosure? A study suggests people engage in intimate conversations with robots, but it may not lead to favorable attitudes. Gender and intimacy level affect the likability of the robot.

Artificial intelligence/Public policy/Robotics

Putting humanlike ‘eyes’ on self-driving cars helps minimise collisions

Chidirim Ndeche
December 13, 2022

Moving eye cues on self-driving cars may enable pedestrians to predict the intentions of approaching vehicles.

Artificial intelligence/Gender studies/Hospitality & tourism/Robotics

Robots in hospitality: Female robots are preferred over male counterparts

Marleena Garris
July 28, 2022

A Washington State University study shows that People prefer female robots in the hospitality industry.

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