Connectivity Customer Service Bots Are Getting Better at Detecting Your Agitation A virtual assistant that can tell you’re frustrated can slow down and help you out. by Signe Brewster 2016-09-14T00:00:00-04:00
Intelligent Machines The Elderly May Toss Their Walkers for This Robotic Suit An early prototype of a soft exoskeleton that helps you walk could prove useful for the military and the aging population. by Signe Brewster 2016-06-03T14:16:00-04:00
News New Titanium-Making Process Could Result in Lighter Aircraft A new process could extend the use of titanium for lightweight, more fuel-efficient airplanes. by Kevin Bullis 2015-02-26T00:00:00-05:00
Intelligent Machines Microrobots, Working Together, Build with Metal, Glass, and Electronics Tiny robots that work together like ants could lead to a new way to manufacture complex structures and electronics. by Tom Simonite 2014-04-16T13:45:00-04:00
Intelligent Machines Cheaper Joints and Digits Bring the Robot Revolution Closer Efforts to build robot hands and humanoids more cheaply could make them affordable enough for businesses and even homes. by Tom Simonite 2014-04-04T00:00:00-04:00
Sustainable Energy Cleaner, Cheaper Liquid Fuel from Coal A new conversion process promises zero carbon emissions during production—but some question whether it will scale. by Peter Fairley 2012-01-06T00:00:00-05:00
Intelligent Machines Stopping Stealthy Downloads A new tool blocks files that try to install without alerting the user. by Brian Krebs 2010-02-22T00:00:00-05:00
