Robotics Social Media and Updates

Columbia Engineers Create Self‑Repairing, Self‑Upgrading Robots
SocialApr 24, 2026

Columbia Engineers Create Self‑Repairing, Self‑Upgrading Robots

Self-Repairing, Self-Upgrading #Robots Developed at Columbia #Engineering by @tweetciiiim #AI #Robotics #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML https://t.co/3U07MjpYDv

By Ron van Loon
Chery's AiMOGA Humanoid Robot Becomes Chinese Traffic Officer
SocialApr 23, 2026

Chery's AiMOGA Humanoid Robot Becomes Chinese Traffic Officer

Chery’s AiMOGA Humanoid #Robot Joins Traffic Police in China by @XRoboHub #AI #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/1dDc1guTgx

By Ron van Loon
Tiny Robots, Huge Impact: Swarm Technology's Future
SocialApr 23, 2026

Tiny Robots, Huge Impact: Swarm Technology's Future

Small Machines, Massive Power: The Future of #Robotic Swarms via @IlirAliu_ #Robots #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/AhtqZhHoSR

By Ron van Loon
Hybrid Bipedal Robot Tackles Rough Terrain and Urban Spaces
SocialApr 23, 2026

Hybrid Bipedal Robot Tackles Rough Terrain and Urban Spaces

Wheels Meet Legs: The Hybrid Bipedal #Robot Conquering Rough Terrain and Human Spaces via @ZappyZappy7 #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/D3vuSjXShi

By Ron van Loon
Droidup Introduces Moya: Next‑Gen Lifelike Humanoid Robot
SocialApr 23, 2026

Droidup Introduces Moya: Next‑Gen Lifelike Humanoid Robot

Droidup #Robotics Unveils Moya, a Next-Gen Lifelike Humanoid by @CyberRobooo #AI #Robots #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML https://t.co/hfLVUIDSuZ

By Ron van Loon
Six Pillars for Collaborative Robot Learning with Humans
SocialApr 23, 2026

Six Pillars for Collaborative Robot Learning with Humans

A new Science #Robotics Viewpoint outlines six design pillars that could cultivate collaborative intelligence to enable robotic foundation models to learn with humans and other robots, and not just for them. @rienerr @s_albrecht https://t.co/9XG0blNqsK https://t.co/oqF0Vo1GwT

By Science Robotics
Tesla's Robotaxis Hit Roads Before First Roadster Shipped
SocialApr 23, 2026

Tesla's Robotaxis Hit Roads Before First Roadster Shipped

It's kind of amazing that Tesla announced their autonomy efforts in 2019 and got driverless Robotaxis on the road before the first roadster shipped 😂

By Whole Mars Catalog
Ukraine Mounts P1‑SUN Interceptor Drones on An‑28s
SocialApr 23, 2026

Ukraine Mounts P1‑SUN Interceptor Drones on An‑28s

Here’s another piece of Ukrainian know-how: P1-SUN interceptor drones mounted on veteran An-28 aircraft. https://t.co/SGIt4QZr58

By Illia Ponomarenko
60kg Payload Achieved – Credit to Duatic
SocialApr 23, 2026

60kg Payload Achieved – Credit to Duatic

Payload: 60kg Credit: Duatic

By Ilir Aliu
Cheap Robots and Solar Prove Abundance Is Feasible
SocialApr 23, 2026

Cheap Robots and Solar Prove Abundance Is Feasible

A humanoid robot will cost us $30K and works 24/7 for $0.40/hour. A solar panel generates electricity for 3 cents/kWh. What exactly is the argument that we CAN'T create abundance?

By Peter H. Diamandis
Diffused Orientation Fields Let Robots Slice Any Fruit
SocialApr 22, 2026

Diffused Orientation Fields Let Robots Slice Any Fruit

A new approach uses diffused orientation fields to help robots transfer skills across curved objects of diverse shapes and sizes, enabling them to peel and slice varied fruits and vegetables. Learn more in Science #Robotics: https://t.co/RU2Ah0r5gO https://t.co/88BtPQXW8T

By Science Robotics
Unitree's Supply‑chain Mastery Teaches US Robotics Competition
SocialApr 22, 2026

Unitree's Supply‑chain Mastery Teaches US Robotics Competition

Sam is right about the importance of robotics for the US but Unitree offers a real lesson to US companies hoping to compete at the bleeding edge. It has risen thanks to a true mastery of China’s supply chain. https://t.co/JyNQZSycxJ

By Will Knight
Ukraine's Long-Range Drones Now Routinely Hit Russian Refineries
SocialApr 22, 2026

Ukraine's Long-Range Drones Now Routinely Hit Russian Refineries

Back in September, I wrote about Ukraine's long-range drones. Now that they are regularly and accurately striking Russian refineries and oil infrastructure, I think it's worth reading again, for those who missed it. Gift link: https://t.co/FhWqhDkkBi

By Anne Applebaum
U.S. Deploys Ukrainian Counter‑Drone System at Saudi Base
SocialApr 22, 2026

U.S. Deploys Ukrainian Counter‑Drone System at Saudi Base

"The U.S. military has introduced Ukrainian counter-drone technology in recent weeks at a key U.S. air base in Saudi Arabia, according to five people with knowledge of the matter, as it seeks to stem attacks that have destroyed aircraft and...

By Rob Lee
How Sensors Turn Into Decisions in Autonomous Robots
SocialApr 22, 2026

How Sensors Turn Into Decisions in Autonomous Robots

From #Sensors to Decisions: How #Autonomous Mobile #Robots Actually Work by @MilvusRobotics #Technology #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/Yk30GPughh

By Ron van Loon
Tele‑Operated Micro‑Robot Delivers Ultra‑Precise Minimally Invasive Surgery
SocialApr 22, 2026

Tele‑Operated Micro‑Robot Delivers Ultra‑Precise Minimally Invasive Surgery

Tele-Operated Micro-#Robot Enables Ultra-Precise Minimally Invasive Surgery by @VicariousSurg #HealthTech #Tech #Technology #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/bVGDoHbWui

By Ron van Loon
Embodied AI Humanoids Reach 310 Units/Hour in China
SocialApr 22, 2026

Embodied AI Humanoids Reach 310 Units/Hour in China

Watch ‘world-first embodied AI’ humanoid robots take on manufacturing tasks in China 🇨🇳 🤖 💬 System hits 310 units/hour, 19–20 sec cycles, 99 percent success; integrated in 36 hours, producing about 3,000 units per shift. Source: 👉 https://t.co/dQjEBnhTy6 https://t.co/VHcBYyiAN0

By Efi Pylarinou
Wireless EMG Bionic Hand Achieves Independent Finger Control
SocialApr 22, 2026

Wireless EMG Bionic Hand Achieves Independent Finger Control

Wireless EMG-Controlled Bionic Hand with Independent Finger Movement by @CyberRobooo #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/gaGcSxExhU

By Ron van Loon
Japan Unveils ARCHAX, Giant Piloted Industrial Robot
SocialApr 22, 2026

Japan Unveils ARCHAX, Giant Piloted Industrial Robot

Meet ARCHAX: Japan’s Giant Piloted #Robot Designed for Real Industrial Use by @CyberRobooo #Robotics #RPA #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/1P07UMoea8

By Ron van Loon
Shape‑shifting Drone Conquers Both Land and Sky
SocialApr 22, 2026

Shape‑shifting Drone Conquers Both Land and Sky

Land-Air Dual-Use Variable-Form #Drone: A Shape-Shifting Hybrid for Ground and Sky Mobility via @ZappyZappy7 #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/fGv3qDCjIX

By Ron van Loon
Intelligent Automation Boosts Supply Chain Efficiency
SocialApr 22, 2026

Intelligent Automation Boosts Supply Chain Efficiency

Enhancing #SupplyChain Operations with Intelligent Process #Automation by @antgrasso #DigitalTransformation #Logistics #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/6GR15257rT

By Ron van Loon
Adapting Automation for Higher‑Viscosity Middle Eastern Bread
SocialApr 22, 2026

Adapting Automation for Higher‑Viscosity Middle Eastern Bread

🔷 💯Automation equipment for bread production. This type of bread is usually produced in the Middle East. What changes do you think could make it possible to produce bread with higher viscosity doughs with this equipment❓ #automation #bread #machinery

By Amir Sanatkar
Exoskeleton Hand Captures Human Motion for Smarter Humanoids
SocialApr 22, 2026

Exoskeleton Hand Captures Human Motion for Smarter Humanoids

GenRobot’s Exoskeleton Hand Captures Human Motion for Smarter Humanoids by @CyberRobooo #Robotics #EmergingTech #TechForGood #Technology #Tech https://t.co/0QjasIebcR

By Ron van Loon
Telexistence Launches Massive Robotic Motion Data Hub for AI
SocialApr 22, 2026

Telexistence Launches Massive Robotic Motion Data Hub for AI

Telexistence Introduces Large-Scale #Robotic Motion Data Factory for #AI Training via @ZappyZappy7 #ArtificialIntelligence #MI #ML #Tech #Innovation https://t.co/yjY3A8mxtm

By Ron van Loon
Robot Vacuum Conquers Stairs, Redefining Home Cleaning
SocialApr 22, 2026

Robot Vacuum Conquers Stairs, Redefining Home Cleaning

The #Robot Vacuum That Defies Stairs via @ZappyZappy7 #AI #Robotics #Innovation #TechForGood #EmergingTech #Technology https://t.co/RgGwdzu8AY

By Ron van Loon
Robot Valet Eliminates Parking Stress Completely
SocialApr 22, 2026

Robot Valet Eliminates Parking Stress Completely

No More Parking Stress: This #Robot Valet Handles It All by @IntEngineering #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/mN4c8e6t8f

By Ron van Loon
Superhuman-Handed General-Purpose Robots Arriving Soon
SocialApr 22, 2026

Superhuman-Handed General-Purpose Robots Arriving Soon

General-Purpose #Robots With Superhuman Hands Are Coming Fast by @TheHumanoidHub #Robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/x7TPKXFHMF

By Ron van Loon
Fine‑tuned Large Models Boost Robot Task Learning Efficiency
SocialApr 21, 2026

Fine‑tuned Large Models Boost Robot Task Learning Efficiency

A new Science #Robotics study finds that “fine-tuned” large behavior models are more data-efficient and successful than single-task policies at teaching robots complex new tasks like coring and slicing an apple. @ToyotaResearch https://t.co/T6OugH8W0f https://t.co/m1iLz1mKf7

By Science Robotics
From 1907 Gyroplane to 2010 Parrot: Quadcopter Era Begins
SocialApr 21, 2026

From 1907 Gyroplane to 2010 Parrot: Quadcopter Era Begins

The very first quadcopter prototype was the Breguet-Richet Gyroplane No. 1, created in 1907 by Breguet Aviation in France. The first consumer quadcopter drone was the Parrot AR.Drone, released in 2010 by French company Parrot SA. It was also the first...

By François Chollet
Wearable Robot Boosts Natural Walking and Running
SocialApr 21, 2026

Wearable Robot Boosts Natural Walking and Running

Real-Time #Wearable #Robot Enhances Walking and Running Naturally via @ZappyZappy7 #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/Gj04PjXDpr

By Ron van Loon
Pentagon Requests $75B for Drones, Counter‑Drone Efforts
SocialApr 21, 2026

Pentagon Requests $75B for Drones, Counter‑Drone Efforts

The Pentagon’s largest-ever budget request earmarks $75 billion for drones and technologies to counter them, mainly for a massive increase for a little-known office working with US commandos, according to defense officials

By The Real Fly (iBankCoin)
Factory Humanoids Ready Now; Home Robots Five Years Out
SocialApr 21, 2026

Factory Humanoids Ready Now; Home Robots Five Years Out

Home-based robots are about 5 years away from mass adoption ... but factory-based humanoids are ready for serious work today. Inside Factories (today; $10 an hour) --> Last-Mile Delivery (3 years; $5 an hour) --> Inside Home (5 years; $1...

By Jason Calacanis
Autonomous Labs: America’s Edge in Manual Work
SocialApr 21, 2026

Autonomous Labs: America’s Edge in Manual Work

Robots are how the US wins in manual work long term. Including at the lab bench ! Need autonomous labs

By Jason Kelly
Intelligent Robots Streamline Operations in Modern Bakeries
SocialApr 21, 2026

Intelligent Robots Streamline Operations in Modern Bakeries

Romias #Robotics Builds Intelligent #Robot System to Support Modern Bakeries by @lukas_m_ziegler #FoodTech #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/4lqaHVMyH0

By Ron van Loon
Foundation Models Bring Robots Human‑Level Dexterity
SocialApr 21, 2026

Foundation Models Bring Robots Human‑Level Dexterity

#Robot Foundation Models: Unlocking Human-Level Dexterity and Intelligence via @ZappyZappy7 #AI #Robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/fxIubVoWOS

By Ron van Loon
Engineers Build Self‑Wiring Neurobots From Living Cells
SocialApr 21, 2026

Engineers Build Self‑Wiring Neurobots From Living Cells

Engineers have created "neurobots": tiny, free-swimming assemblages of living cells that organize into self-directed systems, complete with neurons that wire themselves into functional circuits. https://spectrum.ieee.org/neurobot-living-robot-nervous-system

By IEEE Spectrum Threads
Graduate-Student Duo Unveils Fascinating Tentacle Robot
SocialApr 21, 2026

Graduate-Student Duo Unveils Fascinating Tentacle Robot

Apparently, a tentacle robot video is the most interesting thing I've ever shared with the world, so here is another one. I worked on it with my wife when we were grad students. https://t.co/nR0w7Kpx79

By Max Lobovsky
Robotic Cataract Surgery Opens Path for Millions
SocialApr 21, 2026

Robotic Cataract Surgery Opens Path for Millions

this is so exciting to see a robot just performed the first complete cataract surgery on a human patient, with no surgeon's hands on the tools and no general anesthesia cataract surgery is where the eye's clouded lens gets swapped for an...

By itsolelehmann
Robots Take Hazardous Tasks, Humans Shift to Supervision
SocialApr 21, 2026

Robots Take Hazardous Tasks, Humans Shift to Supervision

Robotics is entering hazardous operations as a structured component of industrial execution, not as isolated automation. Safety targets and workforce gaps push organizations to redesign processes so machines handle exposure and people move toward supervision Microblog @antgrasso https://t.co/4JNVQLCk47

By Antonio Grasso
Timing Belts Deliver Precise Multi‑Axis Robot Wrist Motion
SocialApr 21, 2026

Timing Belts Deliver Precise Multi‑Axis Robot Wrist Motion

Inside Modern #Robot Wrists: How Timing Belts Enable Precision Multi-Axis Movement by @mechanical_4u #Robotics #Tech #Technology #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/x3UyfnNNKH

By Ron van Loon
Spot Robot Uses AI to Precisely Manipulate 15 Kg Tires
SocialApr 21, 2026

Spot Robot Uses AI to Precisely Manipulate 15 Kg Tires

Boston Dynamics’ Spot Masters Whole-Body Manipulation — Using AI to Drag, Roll, and Stack 15 kg Tires with Precision by @rai_inst #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/yDuIm45GmD

By Ron van Loon
Humanoid Robots Transform Shopping in Hangzhou
SocialApr 21, 2026

Humanoid Robots Transform Shopping in Hangzhou

The Future of Shopping: Humanoid #Robots Take Over Store Operations in Hangzhou by @CyberRobooo #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/qP9ZmkWQNw

By Ron van Loon
Multi-Purpose Electric Cart Powers Indoor and Outdoor Robots
SocialApr 21, 2026

Multi-Purpose Electric Cart Powers Indoor and Outdoor Robots

Meet the Multi-Purpose Electric Cart: The Foundation of Indoor and Outdoor #Robots via @ZappyZappy7 #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/SkZJxacc2P

By Ron van Loon
Agent‑Based AI Copilot Turns TIA Portal Into Colleague
SocialApr 21, 2026

Agent‑Based AI Copilot Turns TIA Portal Into Colleague

“AI in TIA Portal? Sounds promising… but does it really add value in daily engineering?” 🤔 Siemens Industry recently shared insights into the new Engineering Copilot TIA. And yes: our feedback at GROLLMUS as beta testers was part of it....

By Michael Grollmus
From Neurons to AlphaGo: Robotics Deep Learning Curriculum
SocialApr 21, 2026

From Neurons to AlphaGo: Robotics Deep Learning Curriculum

Deep learning curriculum for robotics. [📍 Link to Playlist below ] Modern robotics workflows often integrate deep learning models with traditional algorithms for mapping, localization, and control. This playlist builds it from scratch: Single neurons → Backprop → CNNs →...

By Ilir Aliu
Autonomous Robot Uses Subway to Deliver Station Goods
SocialApr 21, 2026

Autonomous Robot Uses Subway to Deliver Station Goods

This #Robot Rides the Subway Alone to Deliver Goods Inside Stations by @XueJia24682 #Robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/c3NAfYLRKQ

By Ron van Loon
AI‑guided Dinghies Steal the Spotlight at Sea Air Space 2026
SocialApr 21, 2026

AI‑guided Dinghies Steal the Spotlight at Sea Air Space 2026

This is going to piss a lot of people off but none advertise or consult with me so IDC… the big buzz at Sea Air Space 2026 isn’t nuclear, shipbuilding, sealift, fighter planes, or space rockets. It’s dinghies One looked just like...

By John Konrad
Drones Revolutionize China's Power Grid Construction
SocialApr 21, 2026

Drones Revolutionize China's Power Grid Construction

Sky Builders: #Drones Transform Power Grid Construction in China via @XH_Lee23 #Technology #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/M1JxNH86IA

By Ron van Loon
Factory AI Needs Consistency, Not Chatbot Creativity
SocialApr 20, 2026

Factory AI Needs Consistency, Not Chatbot Creativity

You need factory-first AI to build an AI-first factory. And you won’t get it from OpenAI. Factories don’t need creativity. They need consistency. That’s why AI agents—not chatbots—are taking over the floor. https://t.co/TgOX9rhsnh https://t.co/aC8rsPysoL

By John Koetsier