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A review paper by scientists at the University of Oxford discussed possible benefits of using humanoid musculoskeletal robots and soft robotic systems as bioreactor platforms in producing clinically useful tendon constructs. Source: Phys Org – Robotics

Tool use has long been a hallmark of human intelligence, as well as a practical problem to solve for a vast array of robotic applications. But machines are still wonky at exerting just the right amount of force to control tools that aren’t rigidly attached to their hands. Source: Phys Org – Robotics

Waypaver International and KUKA offer predesigned factory automation solution to build housing with car-factory efficiency and precision Source: Robotics Tomorrow

UC Riverside engineers are developing low-cost, robotic “clothing” to help children with cerebral palsy gain control over their arm movements. Source: Phys Org – Robotics