Millions spent on humanoid robots depend on gig workers recording daily tasks, signaling a shift in AI training and work.

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Friendly robots, the ones people love to love, are quirky: R2-D2, C-3PO, WALL-E, BB-8, Marvin, Roz and Baymax. They’re emotional, prone to panic or bossy, empathetic and able to communicate like humans do — even when they ...

NASA rovers have revealed fascinating details and close-up images of Mars and the moon, but exploring other planets is slow. Most rovers are remotely controlled from Earth, and their careful, energy-efficient design limits how much ground they can cover.

The idea no longer belongs to science fiction. Humans and robots are already sharing space, tasks, and decisions in everyday life. For years, most people imagined robots as industrial machines sealed behind safety cages. That picture is outdated.

Explore how medical robots and healthcare robotics enhance surgery, diagnostics, and hospital workflows, highlighting key benefits, real-world uses, and future trends in patient‑centered care.