Imagine a world where the visually impaired navigate public spaces with ease, their steps guided not by a furry friend, but by a chatty robotic companion. This is a reality that could soon be possible with the help of experts at the University of Glasgow, who are working on the RoboGuide project. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE NEWSLETTER, THE CYBERGUY …
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Like it or not, soon our world is going to be filled with robots that walk among us, not as clunky machines of sci-fi films, but with the grace and agility of humans. Take Tiangong, for example, a full-size humanoid robot capable of running on electric power, which was recently unveiled by the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center. Standing as …
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Imagine this: You’re out in the wild, the scent of pine and earth mingling in the air, and your home away from home is a rugged, all-weather shelter that tows low but lives tall. This isn’t just any camping setup; it’s the Cube Series trailer, an Oregon start-up’s answer to the call of the wild with a twist of innovation. …
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As the world celebrated #InternationalDanceDay, a unique duo took the stage, or rather, the screen, to showcase a different kind of choreography. Spot, the quadruped robot developed by Boston Dynamics, found a new friend in Sparkles, a dazzlingly dressed counterpart designed to explore the fusion of robotics, art and entertainment. Sparkles and spot canine robots dance (Boston Dynamics) A cartoon …
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As the automotive world gathered at the 2024 Beijing International Auto Show, a star was born. MG unveiled the EXE181 concept, an electric hypercar that had everyone in awe over its aerodynamics. With a drag coefficient (Cd) of just 0.181, it’s poised to set records if it hits production. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE NEWSLETTER, THE CYBERGUY REPORT EXE181 concept …
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Otto Rohwedder gave the world an innovation by which all others are compared. Rohwedder, a native of Davenport, Iowa, invented sliced bread. It’s the greatest thing since … Well, it’s the greatest thing, according to popular acclaim. “Sliced bread is the standard of all innovation, past, present and future,” said Ed Douglas, a businessman, local historian and county commissioner from …
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They’re not your typical office workers. Standing at 5 feet tall and cruising through the corridors at a leisurely 3 mph, these robotic guards are the latest addition to workplace security. Gone are the days of the traditional security guard. Now, robots are taking over the night shift and beyond. Security robot (Cobalt) How do these security robots work? Cobalt’s …
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Sometimes, you have to see it to believe it. And in rare cases, like this one, it freaks out observers watching. In the ever-expanding world of humanoid robots, a new star is rising, and its name is Astribot. The Chinese company’s latest creation, the S1 model, is turning heads with its astonishing speed and precision. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE …
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With vacation planning, most people fall into two camps: those who love planning and those who hate it. Artificial intelligence tools like GuideGeek, developed by Matador Network and accessible via Meta’s Messenger app, offer a glimpse into a future where vacation planning is as simple as sending a text. Yet, as we lean into this new era, it’s clear that …
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SpaceX is not just launching rockets but a new era of space exploration with its cutting-edge extravehicular activity (EVA) suits. As we stand on the cusp of the first-ever private space walk in 2024, let’s dive into the details of this revolutionary gear. EVA space suit (SpaceX) Fashion meets functionality in space Bridging the gap between style and practicality, SpaceX …
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