MIT researchers have developed a new method for training robots by using a large dataset, inspired by large language models like GPT-4, to help robots adapt to new challenges and environments.

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Boston Dynamics' Atlas robot is showcased in a video wearing a Halloween costume, highlighting the benefits of humanoid robots in navigating human-designed environments.

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Boston Dynamics' electric Atlas humanoid robot has been improving and can perform tasks autonomously, such as moving engine parts between bins, without human control.

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Yashad, Executive Producer at TC, has been named among the top 20 finalists of the 2024 Startup Battlefield. He oversees video, audio, and various events for the company.

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MDC, a Bay Area startup, is developing a surgical robot designed to operate inside MRI machines. This robot aims to improve the current inefficient process of using MRIs to guide surgeries, where patients are put in and out of the machine to advance a needle. MDC's robot is expected to enhance minimally invasive surgery by allowing for seamless integration with MRI technology, overcoming challenges associated with traditional robotics in this context.

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Researchers at EPFL in Switzerland have developed a robotic hand that can detach and crawl over to an object, showcasing advanced dexterous manipulation techniques. The team's deep learning model has significantly improved multi-fingered hand grasping. The research was presented at IEEE's International Conference on Robotics and Automation in Rotterdam.

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According to A3, the North American robotics market declined in the first half of 2024, with 15,705 industrial robots ordered, a 7.5% year-over-year decrease. Revenue dropped 6.8% to $982.83 million. The automotive sector saw mixed results, with OEM orders increasing 14.4% but revenue decreasing 12%.

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