What has opposable thumbs and is the most dexterous tool on the planet? The human hand, obviously. Well … not anymore. At least according to engineers at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne’s ...

Researchers at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) have developed a new methodology for a robot to learn how to move its arms autonomously by combining a type of observational learning with ...

When a Russian “nesting-doll” satellite maneuvered into close proximity to a US satellite last June, it was the latest move in a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse in space. Cosmos 2558 had been observed ...

When AI-powered prosthetic arms that move autonomously become widespread, understanding how people feel about them and accept them will be crucial. In a study appearing in Scientific Reports, ...

You have full access to this article via your institution. Human hands are incredibly dexterous tools — but they have their limits. They are asymmetric, they have only a single thumb and, ...

Inspired by birds which can fly with their wings and skillfully perch with their talons, a research team from Zhejiang University designed the world's first hand-shaped flying manipulation robot, ...

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Discover how to master Bakasana (Crow Pose) with clear, step-by-step guidance in this yoga tutorial. Our instructor explains the crucial role of core strength and proper hand placement, making this ...