The world of microrobots, inspired by the incredible abilities of insects, is rapidly evolving. Innovations like the BHMbot showcase tiny robots capable of complex tasks in inaccessible environments, with potential applications in search and rescue operations, environmental monitoring, and medical delivery, highlighting the promise of biomimicry in robotics.
At the 2025 Beijing Yizhuang Half Marathon, the EAI team’s X02 robot showcased its advanced bionic tendon technology, achieving a remarkable fifth place. This event highlighted the robot’s endurance and adaptability, paving the way for future applications in industries like disaster rescue and elderly care.
During the May Day holiday, popular tourist spots like Mount Tai introduced innovative climbing aids, including exoskeleton robots. These devices enhance the hiking experience by reducing physical strain, particularly benefiting elderly visitors. With features like real-time health monitoring and emergency assistance, they represent a significant advancement in outdoor recreation technology.
The first Embodied Intelligence Robot Sports Games in Wuxi showcased rapid advancements in humanoid robotics, attracting over 150 robots and numerous industry leaders. This event highlighted Wuxi’s ambition to become a hub for embodied intelligence, fostering innovation and collaboration across various sectors, from manufacturing to education and healthcare.
Researchers at UC San Diego have developed electronics-free robots that can walk straight off a 3D printer using compressed gas. These innovative robots, made from soft materials, can operate in challenging environments, including areas with radiation and underwater, showcasing a new approach to robotics and manufacturing.
A humanoid robot is enhancing training at Wuxi Sports School by practicing Tai Chi with athletes. This innovative technology aims to revolutionize sports training, offering personalized feedback and real-time analysis. The rise of smart sports equipment is transforming both professional competitions and everyday fitness routines for the public.
Researchers from MIT and Hong Kong universities have developed a lightweight jumping robot that combines springs and wings. Weighing just one gram, it can leap over obstacles using minimal energy. The robot’s innovative design allows it to navigate various surfaces, demonstrating significant energy efficiency compared to traditional drones.
An international research team led by Penn State has developed a flexible, semi-autonomous robot capable of navigating through debris or the human body to deliver medicine. By integrating flexible electronics, these robots can operate with minimal human intervention, paving the way for innovative medical applications and search-and-rescue missions.
A new superconducting state has been discovered, revealing a spatial modulation of the superconducting gap in iron-based materials. This breakthrough, achieved through advanced microscopy techniques, suggests that superconductivity may occur at atomic scales, potentially paving the way for room-temperature superconductors and advancements in quantum computing and energy technologies.
