If we are going to have home assistants that set our tables and fold our clothes, we’re going to have to train them in simulations first.

The computer scientist Christoph Salge is trying to circumvent the need for rules that guide robots’ behavior. His strategy: Give them a goal of making us more powerful.

Even sophisticated robots with self-emptying bins can get clogged from time to time, so no matter how fancy your robot vacuum is, you'll want to be sure to check its dirt-handling apparatus ...

Teaching a robot how to do something is usually done by either programming it to perform a specific task, or demonstrating that task for the robot to observe and imitate. The latter method ...

How to train a robot with virtual reality (no coding required) The convergence of VR and robotics is one of the most important early use cases for mixed reality in the enterprise.

Robot vacuums are actually worth it if you understand their settings. As a pro robot vacuum tester, I've learned some tips to set them up for success.

Modern robots know how to sense their environment and respond to language, but what they don't know is often more important than what they do know. Teaching robots to ask for help is key to making ...

So do robot lawn mowers work to cut grass? Yes, but so do scissors. Ensuring you get a properly sized robot lawn mower is the first step in getting back time lost to you manually mowing your yard.

At home, you might someday show a domestic robot how to do routine chores. In the workplace, you could train robots like new employees, showing them how to perform many duties.

MIT professor Daniela Rus explains how AI-powered robots are being trained to safely assist in homes and daily life.

Robot lawn mowers are one of the most intriguing smart home items available in 2023, but how exactly do they work? Here's what to know before making a purchase.

Combining the latest advances in artificial intelligence with robots could transform manufacturing and warehousing—and take AI to the next level.