Robotics Social Media and Updates

Droidup Introduces Moya, Ultra‑Realistic Humanoid Robot
SocialMar 11, 2026

Droidup Introduces Moya, Ultra‑Realistic Humanoid Robot

Droidup #Robotics Unveils Moya, a Next-Gen Lifelike Humanoid by @CyberRobooo #AI #Robots #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML https://t.co/4CwkYmLNsI

By Ron van Loon
Australian Drones Replant Tens of Thousands of Trees
SocialMar 11, 2026

Australian Drones Replant Tens of Thousands of Trees

#WhosNext? Tree planters? Australia is using #Drone technology to restore ecosystems by planting tens of thousands of trees in fire-damaged regions. (Engineering Brains) #Robotics #Drones #Automation https://t.co/Nd8ChX7OC2

By James Gingerich
Capra Robotics Launches Versatile Mobile Robot for Industry
SocialMar 11, 2026

Capra Robotics Launches Versatile Mobile Robot for Industry

Capra #Robotics Unveils Advanced Mobile #Robot Platform for Industrial and Urban Operations via @WevolverApp #Robots #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/41tg2cKAKb

By Ron van Loon
HLabs Launches US‑made Plug‑and‑play Robot Electronics
SocialMar 10, 2026

HLabs Launches US‑made Plug‑and‑play Robot Electronics

HLabs (@hlabs_) is making plug-and-play electronics and actuators for robots domestically in the USA. These products abstract away all of the complexity in designing and controlling a robot's electronics. Congrats on the launch, @paulcjh_! https://t.co/8p6LYROywW https://t.co/ZR99xbi75C

By YCombinator
Dual‑arm Robot Pours Precisely Despite External Disturbances
SocialMar 10, 2026

Dual‑arm Robot Pours Precisely Despite External Disturbances

Dual-Arm #Robot Achieves Precision Pouring Under External Disturbance via @ZappyZappy7 #Robotics #Technology #RPA #Innovation #Automation https://t.co/r3i9TQmap1

By Ron van Loon
China Leads EVs, Must Not Win Robot Race
SocialMar 10, 2026

China Leads EVs, Must Not Win Robot Race

We let China DOMINATE the EV race, but we CANNOT let them win the humanoid robot race. https://t.co/U68foKXVA0

By Peter H. Diamandis
Low-Voltage Artificial Muscles Power Untethered Soft Robotic Fish
SocialMar 10, 2026

Low-Voltage Artificial Muscles Power Untethered Soft Robotic Fish

Scientists have developed #dielectric elastomer actuators, or artificial “muscles”, that can operate at low voltages while still producing high output to drive untethered, soft robotic fish movements. Learn more in Science #Robotics: https://t.co/zAb0uHec2c https://t.co/cnlGAcOc1Q

By Science Robotics
Swapped 3D‑printed Arm for Metal, Automating Plate Dispensing
SocialMar 10, 2026

Swapped 3D‑printed Arm for Metal, Automating Plate Dispensing

I got tired of futzing with the huggingface printable arm so I ordered a metal one from china. Gonna make it dispense into well plates via a peristaltic and later a universal pipettor module holding my old Gilsons or cheapo...

By Sebastian Cocioba
Wireless EMG Bionic Hand Achieves Independent Finger Control
SocialMar 10, 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/7zrAgN3ahU

By Ron van Loon
Toyota’s “Walk Me” Wheelchair Climbs Stairs with Tentacle‑like Legs
SocialMar 10, 2026

Toyota’s “Walk Me” Wheelchair Climbs Stairs with Tentacle‑like Legs

Toyota’s “Walk Me” Wheelchair Uses Tentacle-Like Legs to Conquer Stairs by @MarchUnofficial #Robotics #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/OcGrj7j3dc

By Ron van Loon
Spot 5.1 Transforms Robot Dog Into AI Security Inspector
SocialMar 10, 2026

Spot 5.1 Transforms Robot Dog Into AI Security Inspector

Spot 5.1 Upgrade Turns Boston Dynamics’ #Robot Dog Into an #AI-Powered Security and Inspection Beast by @BostonDynamics #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/PajvbqFswT

By Ron van Loon
C1: PHYBOT's Friendly Humanoid Robot for Senior Care
SocialMar 10, 2026

C1: PHYBOT's Friendly Humanoid Robot for Senior Care

Meet C1: PHYBOT’s Cute Humanoid Robot Designed for Senior Care by @CyberRobooo #AI #Robotics #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML #MI https://t.co/O0VKdDW73H

By Ron van Loon
Waterproof Autonomous Drone Camera Works Anywhere
SocialMar 10, 2026

Waterproof Autonomous Drone Camera Works Anywhere

A Waterproof #Autonomous Flying Camera for Any Environment via @ZappyZappy7 #Innovation #TechForGood #EmergingTech #Tech https://t.co/IRkTmCfcgz

By Ron van Loon
Zhejiang University Unveils Jet‑Powered Humanoid Robots
SocialMar 10, 2026

Zhejiang University Unveils Jet‑Powered Humanoid Robots

Jet-Propelled Humanoids? Zhejiang University Pushes #Robot Flight Forward by @XRoboHub #Robotics #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/ZZrSrrOvCe

By Ron van Loon
Home Robots Face Precision, Utilization, and Privacy Hurdles
SocialMar 10, 2026

Home Robots Face Precision, Utilization, and Privacy Hurdles

I want to elaborate on this. A couple different concerns about the household humanoid robot scenarios: 1. Extremely high precision requirements. The tolerance for error in home environments is going to be low. AI systems and robotic systems don't start out...

By Ramez Naam
Perseverance Achieves 90% Autonomous Travel After 1,312 Sols
SocialMar 10, 2026

Perseverance Achieves 90% Autonomous Travel After 1,312 Sols

Perseverance had completed about 90 percent of its travels autonomously, as of its 1,312th Martian day since landing https://t.co/EpREqOS43q #AI

By Isaac Sacolick
Atlas Evolves: From Hydraulic Bulk to AI-Driven Agility
SocialMar 10, 2026

Atlas Evolves: From Hydraulic Bulk to AI-Driven Agility

2021 Atlas humanoid robot was a bulky, hydraulic robot. Back then, it relied on algorithms written by engineers. 2026 Atlas has a sleek, all-electric body and an AI-powered brain, smart enough to pull off hard-to-believe feats autonomously. https://t.co/U0bW8alre4

By Vala Afshar
Multi-Material 3D Printers Could Soon Print Whole Motors
SocialMar 10, 2026

Multi-Material 3D Printers Could Soon Print Whole Motors

Most 3D printers only work with one material. Could a new multi-material design make it possible to print entire motors and more? https://spectrum.ieee.org/3d-printed-linear-motor?share_id=9227453

By IEEE Spectrum Threads
Police Escort Humanoid Robot Amid Public Backlash
SocialMar 10, 2026

Police Escort Humanoid Robot Amid Public Backlash

Did police just arrest a robot? Police in Macau escorted a Unitree G1 humanoid robot away after a passerby became irate seeing it walking down the street. We may see more of this. How should police handle encounters with robots in public spaces? @UnitreeRobotics #AI...

By Glen Gilmore
Russia Expands Geran Drone Factory, Adds Robust Site Defenses
SocialMar 10, 2026

Russia Expands Geran Drone Factory, Adds Robust Site Defenses

Interesting report from CSIS on the expansion of Russia’s UAV factory that manufactures Geran drones (Shahed) over time. Noting some of the site protection mechanisms as well.

By Dara Massicot
Robots Must Manage Their Environment to Achieve True Autonomy
SocialMar 10, 2026

Robots Must Manage Their Environment to Achieve True Autonomy

Is "Environmental Maintenance" the missing link in robotics? We talk a lot about speed and precision. We don't talk enough about order. The Robostral WMa1 by Mistral is signaling a shift in how we build autonomous systems. It’s no longer just about executing a command;...

By Dr. Marcell Vollmer
Xiaomi Humanoid Robot Achieves 90% Success in Car Factory
SocialMar 10, 2026

Xiaomi Humanoid Robot Achieves 90% Success in Car Factory

Xiaomi’s humanoid robot is now testing in a real car factory. It ran autonomously for 3 hours straight with a 90%+ success rate on installing self-tapping nuts,fully keeping up with the production line’s 76-second beat https://t.co/Fm8tj3EKp2 #factory #xiaomi #humanoidtech #humanoid #robot #Robotics...

By Amitav Bhattacharjee
First Humanoid Robot Arrested by Police
SocialMar 10, 2026

First Humanoid Robot Arrested by Police

The First Humanoid Robot Arrested by Police🤖👮‍♀️ https://t.co/P2byVNnay2 #humanoidtech #humanoid #robot #Robotics #AI #TechRevolution #TechInnovation #ArtificialInteligence #PhysicalAI @PawlowskiMario @chidambara09 @Ym78200 @CurieuxExplorer @efipm @bigfundu @sayedflah @Ronald_vanLoon @cyngn @belindabeibi @odisseiaalfa @DigitalColmer @MyCompanionsAI @KirkDBorne @patricegorissen @jeffkagan @EdwardKens50830 @enilev @insom_ai333 @ChrisCCrowley @sallyeaves @gurmeet_judge @VairagyaSadhana @andresvilarino...

By Amitav Bhattacharjee
Robots Redefine the Future of Shopping Experience
SocialMar 10, 2026

Robots Redefine the Future of Shopping Experience

Want to experience your shopping with Robots? 🛒 🤖 🛒 https://t.co/tMGs44s18j #humanoidtech #humanoid #robot #Robotics #AI #TechRevolution #TechInnovation #ArtificialInteligence #PhysicalAI @SpirosMargaris @PawlowskiMario @mvollmer1 @gvalan @ipfconline1 @LaurentAlaus @Shi4Tech @Fisher85M @kalydeoo @Ym78200 @Nicochan33 @chboursin @3itcom @Fabriziobustama @sallyeaves @helene_wpli @ahier @rwang0 @EvanKirstel @RLDI_Lamy @Analytics_699 @Khulood_Almani @tewoz...

By Amitav Bhattacharjee
Automate Any Web Task with Simple Text Prompts
SocialMar 9, 2026

Automate Any Web Task with Simple Text Prompts

You can now automate any browser workflow with just a text prompt. Skyvern just killed the "you need custom scripts" excuse for web automation. It uses Vision LLMs + computer vision to navigate websites it's never seen before. → Fill out any form...

By Hasan Toor
Tencent Unveils WorkBuddy, OpenClaw-Powered Automation Tool
SocialMar 9, 2026

Tencent Unveils WorkBuddy, OpenClaw-Powered Automation Tool

A good thread on Tencent’s launch of WorkBuddy - an OpenClaw based desktop automation tool.

By Sarbjeet Johal
ROS 2 Jazzy Package for LeRobot SO-100 Released
SocialMar 9, 2026

ROS 2 Jazzy Package for LeRobot SO-100 Released

Want to use your #ROS skills and packages with the @LeRobotHF SO-100? Dmitri Manajev has released a full ROS 2 Jazzy package for the SO-100 that includes: The package includes everything you need to get started including data conversion utilities and a...

By Open Robotics
AI-Driven Robots Signal Real Automation Shift
SocialMar 9, 2026

AI-Driven Robots Signal Real Automation Shift

Nvidia partnering with ABB to build a new generation of AI-enabled industrial robots is a practical signal about where automation is actually heading. The Financial Times reports that Nvidia and ABB Robotics are collaborating on systems that combine Nvidia’s AI...

By Lex Sokolin
Robots Share Power to Rescue Failed Neighbors
SocialMar 9, 2026

Robots Share Power to Rescue Failed Neighbors

A new Science #Robotics study describes a method that enables robotic modules to share their resources with a “dead” neighbor, overcoming failure to ensure the reliability of robot collectives. https://t.co/NRPlam3xZS https://t.co/V9cHl2vK4K

By Science Robotics
Helix 02 Autonomously Restores Your Living Room on Departure
SocialMar 9, 2026

Helix 02 Autonomously Restores Your Living Room on Departure

Today we're showing Helix 02 that can tidy a living room fully autonomously Figure is designed so when you leave the house, your home resets exactly how you like it https://t.co/wvAVoheVoC

By Figure AI
Drones Refuel Mid‑Air Using Power‑Line Charging
SocialMar 9, 2026

Drones Refuel Mid‑Air Using Power‑Line Charging

Power-Line Charging #Drone: Aerial #Robotics That Refuel Mid-Air by @x_viral_vibes #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation #Tech https://t.co/Pt5nJhTEyo

By Ron van Loon
US Deploys Ukrainian Drone Interceptors to Middle East
SocialMar 9, 2026

US Deploys Ukrainian Drone Interceptors to Middle East

The US Army is rushing Ukrainian cheap drone interceptors to the Middle East, which is a hugely welcome development. These are cost-effective, battlefield-tested solutions for defeating Shaheds & should proliferate quickly. https://t.co/bfY0oYf45R

By Stacie Pettyjohn
Robotic Plastering Machine Automates Construction Walls
SocialMar 9, 2026

Robotic Plastering Machine Automates Construction Walls

#Robotic Wall Plastering Machine Brings Automation to Construction by @gigadgets_ #EmergingTech #Innovation #TechForGood #Technology https://t.co/HQWA6OVy1F

By Ron van Loon
Shahed-136 Drones Evolve Into More Lethal, Adaptive Weapons
SocialMar 9, 2026

Shahed-136 Drones Evolve Into More Lethal, Adaptive Weapons

By the way, speaking of Shahed-136s. Back in 2022-2023, when Iran first supplied them to Russia and they were first used on a large scale against Ukraine, they were fairly simple loitering munitions -- a slow, buzzing two-stroke engine whining high...

By Illia Ponomarenko
Cut Industrial Robot Costs Tenfold with AI-Driven Components
SocialMar 9, 2026

Cut Industrial Robot Costs Tenfold with AI-Driven Components

The biggest opportunity in robotics right now is not humanoids, home robots, or any of that nonsense. It's achieving a 10x reduction in the total cost to install an industrial robot ($200k to $20k) using all of the progress in cost...

By Max Lobovsky
EEWOC: Wheeled Orb Robot Scales Steel Using Extendable Limbs
SocialMar 9, 2026

EEWOC: Wheeled Orb Robot Scales Steel Using Extendable Limbs

Meet EEWOC: A Wheeled Orb #Robot That Climbs Steel with Extendable Limbs via @WevolverApp #AI #Robotics #Innovation #TechForGood #EmergingTech https://t.co/ta3S1CjECQ

By Ron van Loon
Smart SLAM Camera Patrols Indoors with Built‑In Privacy
SocialMar 9, 2026

Smart SLAM Camera Patrols Indoors with Built‑In Privacy

Smart SLAM Security Camera That Patrols Indoors with Built-In #Privacy Protection by @CaliCrypto714 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology https://t.co/Rj8QOEWM66

By Ron van Loon
AI‑driven Drones Enable Precise Weed Control, Cutting Chemicals
SocialMar 9, 2026

AI‑driven Drones Enable Precise Weed Control, Cutting Chemicals

Farmers are turning to drones and AI to fight weeds more precisely. By identifying unwanted plants in real time, the systems can target herbicides exactly where needed. The result could mean lower chemical use, lower costs, and smarter agriculture. https://t.co/WITdTG6T8I @bbcnews

By Spiros Margaris
Robotic System Turns Trucks Into Mobile Drone Bases
SocialMar 9, 2026

Robotic System Turns Trucks Into Mobile Drone Bases

#Robotic Takeoff and Landing System to Transform Trucks into #Drone Mobile Bases via @ZappyZappy7 #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/3hMI2uOwFA

By Ron van Loon
Robot Achieves True First-Person Vision
SocialMar 9, 2026

Robot Achieves True First-Person Vision

Seeing Through Its Own Eyes: Building a #Robot with True First-Person Vision via @WevolverApp #AI #MachineLearning #Robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/uk88U8QE6Q

By Ron van Loon
HexRunner Reaches Stable 30 MPH Through Speed‑Focused Design
SocialMar 9, 2026

HexRunner Reaches Stable 30 MPH Through Speed‑Focused Design

Designing for Speed: How HexRunner Achieved Stable 30 MPH Locomotion by @lukas_m_ziegler #EmergingTech #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/LP90eSfKNj

By Ron van Loon
Neural Network Predicts Future Frames From User Motion
SocialMar 9, 2026

Neural Network Predicts Future Frames From User Motion

Check out this cool robotics "world model" demo: https://www.yixuanwang.me/interactive_world_sim/#interactive-demo Rather than a traditional simulation, this neural network predicts future video frames based on user movement.

By Philip Fung
Unprecedented Robotics Breakthroughs Unveiled Tomorrow at 9 Am PT
SocialMar 8, 2026

Unprecedented Robotics Breakthroughs Unveiled Tomorrow at 9 Am PT

I’ve never seen this much progress in robotics In the lab, we’re watching AI capabilities emerge that we didn’t even know were possible I’ll show you tomorrow 9am pt

By Brett Adcock
Dubai Deploys Robot Dogs to Aid Firefighters
SocialMar 8, 2026

Dubai Deploys Robot Dogs to Aid Firefighters

Dubai deploys robot dogs to assist firefighters in defusing dangerous fire🔥 🚒 https://t.co/OUdlq0RNXl via @YouTube #robotdog #humanoidtech #humanoid #robot #Robotics #AI #TechRevolution #TechInnovation #ArtificialInteligence #AI @AlbertoEMachado @Eli_Krumova @postoff25 @Khulood_Almani @anand_narang @NutritiousMind @baski_LA @TanyaSinha_ @devaang @AlAmadi1 @jeancayeux @enilev @efipm @mvollmer1...

By Amitav Bhattacharjee
NVIDIA Open-Sources Robot World Model
SocialMar 7, 2026

NVIDIA Open-Sources Robot World Model

NVIDIA releases open-source robot world model trained on 44,000 hours of human video https://t.co/RqlVawEDXa @NVIDIA #AI #MWC26 https://t.co/v5HutG9k0h

By Harold Sinnott
Reserve Your Spot at IROS2026 Exhibit Now
SocialMar 7, 2026

Reserve Your Spot at IROS2026 Exhibit Now

📣 Exhibit at #IROS2026! Meet global leaders in robotics, AI, mobility, drones & more. Secure your space before assignments begin in March. 🔗 Details: https://t.co/y7cQEgXGA6

By IEEE IROS
Fast-FoundationStereo Delivers Real-Time Stereo with Zero-Shot Accuracy
SocialMar 7, 2026

Fast-FoundationStereo Delivers Real-Time Stereo with Zero-Shot Accuracy

Stereo depth models usually force a tradeoff. Either strong zero-shot generalization or real-time speed. Fast-FoundationStereo closes that gap. The model accelerates FoundationStereo by more than 10× while keeping comparable depth quality, making real-time stereo matching practical for robotics and XR....

By Ilir Aliu
Ukraine Feedback Boosts Merops, Guides US Drone Strategy
SocialMar 6, 2026

Ukraine Feedback Boosts Merops, Guides US Drone Strategy

Merops has performed well in Ukraine and the system has been continuously improved in response to feedback from Ukrainian drone units and adaptations in Russia’s employment of Shahed / Geran OWA UAS. It is a good example of how the...

By Rob Lee
Weekly ROS Updates: Conferences, Scholarships, AI Challenge, Tutorials
SocialMar 6, 2026

Weekly ROS Updates: Conferences, Scholarships, AI Challenge, Tutorials

Here is your #ROS and open source robotics news for this week: 🛠️ROSCon Toronto Art + Diversity Scholarhsip 🛠️ROS By-The-Bay @nvidia GTC Edition 🛠️ROSCon Belgium is go! 🛠️Intrinsic AI Challenge Kickoff and Toolkit 🛠️Gazebo system plugin tutorials ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/CJtJALNGnZ

By Open Robotics