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Technology news on drones (UAVs), robotics and autonomous driving
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EmArm: HKUST Robotic Arm with Human-Like Tactile Sensing
ANA News Agency China Overview Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have developed EmArm, a robotic arm featuring an integrated soft optical tactile skin. The system achieves a spatial resolution of 0... -
Artificial Skin: High-Speed Tactile Sensing for Robotic Fingers
Electronics For You China Overview Researchers at Southern University of Science and Technology in China have developed an artificial skin system capable of processing touch signals in approximately 23 milliseconds. By utilizing flexible... -
eLuminator: NUS electronic skin for instant touch visualization
New Atlas Singapore Overview Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed eLuminator, an ultrathin electronic skin that converts physical pressure directly into visible light. Measuring 70 micrometers thick wi... -
BeetleBot: LCE artificial muscles and bidirectional feedback specs
New Atlas USA Overview Researchers at KAIST have developed BeetleBot, a robotic beetle utilizing 3D-printed liquid crystal elastomer (LCE) artificial muscles for natural movement. The system features a finger-worn sensor patch for contro... -
Drones & Robotics Weekly Report October 25, 2026
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NVIDIA Cosmos: World Model Training and Deployment Tools
NVIDIA Blog USA Overview NVIDIA has expanded the Cosmos platform with new training tools, simulation checkpoints, and Data Factory blueprints to accelerate the development of physical AI world models. The platform integrates data curatio... -
YOLOv12-LiDAR Fusion: Object Detection for Autonomous Vehicles
BIOENGINEER.ORG China Overview Researchers at Huanghe Jiaotong University developed a perception system combining an enhanced YOLOv12 algorithm with LiDAR point cloud collaboration to improve object detection in challenging environments.... -
ALBATROSS: SUTD’s Bioinspired Robotic Platform for Remote Water Monitoring
New Atlas Singapore Overview Researchers at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have developed ALBATROSS, a robotic platform that utilizes passive autorotation for aerial deployment and wind energy for long-term mari... -
3D Printed Micro-Rotor: Single-Motor Steering and Lift Specs
DroneXL USA Overview A maker known as "worked in theory" has developed a 3D printed micro helicopter rotor that achieves steering via a single motor without a swashplate or servos. The system lifts 140 grams at 5,500 RPM with a power dra... -
Joshua Bird’s Single-Motor Drone: Control Specs and Architecture
DroneXL USA Overview Maker Joshua Bird has developed a 3D-printed drone that achieves hover and steering using a single motor without servos or a tail rotor. The system utilizes a 45-degree hinged propeller and a high-speed servo drive t...
