Underwater octopuses change their body color and texture in the blink of an eye to blend perfectly into their surroundings ...

A team of researchers provides a perspective on the role that soft actuators and energy harvesters play in building ...

Could a robot smaller than a grain of sand really hoist a load heavier than a bowling ball? In South Korea, engineers have ...

Imagine a robot that grows like a vine, wrapping around objects or people to lift them safely. It can handle fragile or heavy ...

Ishikawa, Japan-- Soft robotics is an emerging field in the robotic world with promising adaptability in navigating unstructured environments. Where traditional robots struggle with unpredictable ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Soft robotics is designed to create flexible, adaptable devices capable of safe interaction with humans and delicate objects. This field has captivated researchers and engineers ...

Inspired by the electric shock capabilities of electric eels, scientists have developed a soft, stretchable “jelly” battery ideal for wearable devices or soft robotics, according to a new paper ...

In the horticultural world, some vines are especially grabby. As they grow, the woody tendrils can wrap around obstacles with ...

Robotics company Wisson Robotics has raised its Series A, A+, and A2 funding rounds. The funding will be directed toward the commercialization of Wisson's proprietary Pliabot technology, enhancing its ...

Explore 3D printing in robotics for custom, lightweight parts, rapid prototyping, and on-demand spare components.