ROBOTICS

Feb 25 2026EDUCATION

Students Share Science Projects at Boulder County Fair

The fair in Boulder Valley brought together middle and high school students from 15 schools to showcase their own research. Amika Begin, a junior at Nederland Middle/Senior High, studied how social media helps college athletes earn money. She tested whether likes and comments or the sheer numb

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Feb 14 2026SCIENCE

Elephant Trunks: The Secret Behind Their Super Touch

Elephants are known for their intelligence and social behavior, but their trunks are also quite remarkable. These trunks are not just for show; they are packed with tactile nerves and covered in about 1, 000 whiskers. These whiskers are not like those of other animals. They have unique features that

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Feb 12 2026EDUCATION

Southampton Road School Sparks Creativity with Community‑Powered STEM Night

The school’s second annual STEM evening drew third and fourth graders, their siblings, and curious parents into a vibrant showcase of science and art. The event was made possible through a partnership with the Jandon Center for Community Engagement at Smith College, a collaboration that began two ye

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Jan 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

China's Robotics Revolution: Beyond the Battlefield

China is leading the way in robotics, and it's not just about military tech. The country's robotics industry is booming, with factories adopting robots at an incredible pace. In just one year, China installed 300, 000 robots in factories, far outpacing the rest of the world. Meanwhile, the U. S. onl

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Jan 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Leader Joins the Team to Boost AI Welding Tech

Novarc Technologies has welcomed a new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Donato Montanari. He's a big deal in the tech world, with over 30 years of experience in AI, machine vision, and industrial automation. Montanari is not new to this game. He's been a leader in tech companies and has even started

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Jan 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Big Moves in Tech Funding: January 14, 2026

January 14, 2026, was a big day for tech funding. Investors put a lot of money into AI, robotics, and cybersecurity. Skild AI got $1. 4 billion to build a "brain" for robots. This brain can control different types of robots, like humanoids and drones. The company wants to make robots smarter and mor

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Jan 12 2026SCIENCE

Building a Robot to Understand Yourself

Ever wondered what makes you, you? It's not just your body or your thoughts. It's a mix of things that make you feel like you're the same person every day. Philosophers and scientists have been trying to figure this out for ages. They call this the "self. " But what exactly is the self? One way to

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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Robots Taking Over Customer Service: The Rise of Nylo

At CES 2026, a robot named Nylo is making waves. It's not just another gadget on display. Nylo is running an entire booth all by itself. This humanoid robot is greeting people, answering questions, and moving around without any human help. It's a big deal because most robots can't handle real-world

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Jan 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Tech Takes Center Stage at CES 2026

At CES 2026, Aptiv is set to display its smart edge tech. This tech helps devices think and act fast. It works in cars, robots, and even airplanes. Aptiv's tech processes data right where it's made. This makes things safer and more efficient. It's not just about cars. It's about making many things

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Jan 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Innovations Take Center Stage at CES 2026

Schaeffler is all set to showcase its latest advancements in motion technology at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The event, scheduled for this week, will feature a variety of products and systems designed to revolutionize robotics, energy infrastructure, and industrial automati

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