Accelerated Training Methods for General-Purpose Robots
Imagine a world similar to “The Jetsons,” where a robotic assistant can effortlessly pivot from vacuuming the living room to…
Category: Robotics
Next Token Prediction and Video Diffusion in Robotics
In today’s rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), sequence models have gained immense traction due to their ability to…
AI Enhances Simulations with Advanced Sampling Techniques
Have you ever considered how important it is for a team to cover all areas of a playing field? Imagine…
Robots Learn to Identify Important Objects Efficiently
Picture this: you’re tasked with tidying a cluttered kitchen, starting with a counter overflowing with various sauce packets. If your…
New Devices Transform Electric Power Control and Science
When the Covid-19 pandemic struck, Mo Mirvakili, PhD ’17, was deep into his research as a postdoctoral fellow at MIT.…
Designing with 2.737 Mechatronics at MIT for Future Innovators
Mechatronics is an exciting interdisciplinary field that integrates mechanical engineering, electronics, controls, and computer science. Professionals in this area, known…
Engineering Innovations in Heart Health and Technology
Long before earning her bachelor’s degree, Ellen Roche, a distinguished MIT professor and biomedical engineer, was already making her mark…
AI Assistant Enhances Teamwork and Collaboration Effectiveness
During a research expedition in Hawaii back in 2018, Yuening Zhang SM ’19, PhD ’24 quickly recognized the challenges of…
MIT engineers create small batteries for cell-sized robots
MIT engineers have developed a groundbreaking tiny battery that could pave the way for cell-sized, autonomous robots capable of delivering…
New Robot Model Delivers Accurate Pick and Place Solutions
Pick-and-place machines play a crucial role in various industries, enabling the automated placement of objects into methodically organized locations. These…
Robots Learning Skills Independently for Unfamiliar Environments
When it comes to mastering new skills, the age-old adage “practice makes perfect” applies not just to humans but also…
Home Robots Enhance Learning Through Real to Sim to Real
One of the top priorities for many automation enthusiasts is tackling the mundane world of household chores. For roboticists, the…
Elevating Sustainable Delivery and Remote Care Solutions
Five years ago, three ambitious Norwegians first met in a study lounge at MIT, and their shared vision has blossomed…
Creating and Verifying Flexible AI Controlled Systems
Neural networks are revolutionizing the way engineers develop controllers for robots, leading to the creation of more adaptive and efficient…
Innovative Space Design Solutions from MIT Research
In an exciting new endeavor, MIT has launched a course this spring that challenges students to envision the essentials for…