Interactive world simulator for robot policy training and evaluation
Revolutionizing Robot Learning with Interactive Simulators Training a robot to perform simple tasks, such as pushing an object on a table, typically involves extensive data collection and real-world trials. Traditionally, learning protocols require numerous expert demonstrations on physical robots, followed by imitation learning training and repeated evaluations. These processes are
Pressure-free growing robots for soft medical robotics
University of Leeds and UC San Diego Win Best Paper Award in Soft Robotics Researchers at the University of Leeds, in collaboration with the University of California, San Diego, received the Best Paper Award at RoboSoft, the premier international conference dedicated to soft robotics research. This area of study is
A mini robot to simplify dental treatment
A miniature robot developed at the University of Basel could assist in preparing teeth for crowns. Photo: University of Basel, Catherine Weyer. By Angelika Jacobs A routine visit to the dentist can sometimes unveil unwelcome news: a large cavity necessitating a crown. Traditionally, this treatment involves several appointments. Initially, the
Soft robotic heart offers new way to study disease and test life-saving devices
Innovative Soft Robotic Model of the Human Heart Developed at UNSW Researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have unveiled a groundbreaking soft robotic model of the human heart, capable of simulating a range of heart diseases. This advancement is set to enhance the testing of cardiac devices



