Umatilla’s Robotics Team Triumphs with Team Spirit and Future Vision
Umatilla High School's robotics team, 4125 Confidential, stood out at the Pacific Northwest FIRST District Championship, securing the Team Spirit Award. The event celebrated beyond just robotics skills, emphasizing creativity,…
The Shape-Shifting Future of Soft Robotics: A Glimpse into Tomorrow’s Technology
Soft robotics, inspired by biological systems, revolutionize flexibility and adaptability in machines. Research supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation drives innovation in adaptive, material-responsive robots. University of California, Santa…
Groundbreaking Robots Are Revolutionizing Solar Farm Installations Amid Labor Shortages
The U.S. solar industry is experiencing rapid growth but faces a significant labor shortage, with a 48% increase in demand for installers expected by 2033. Cosmic Robotics, a pioneering startup,…
The Future of Robotics is Open: Hugging Face Acquires Pollen Robotics’ Bug-Eyed Protégé
The acquisition of Pollen Robotics and its humanoid robot, Reachy 2, by Hugging Face aims to democratize robotics through open-source strategies. Hugging Face envisions robotics becoming as accessible as apps,…
The High-Flying Achievements of Mountlake Terrace Robotics: Into the World Championships
Chill Out 1778, a team from Mountlake Terrace, is making waves in the robotics world with their creation, 'SubZero.' The team has qualified for the FIRST Championships in Houston, Texas,…
The Surprising Future of Robots: Born to Die and Disappear
Researchers are developing robots using natural materials like pork gelatin and plant cellulose, aiming for a sustainable and biodegradable future for robotics. The biodegradable robots can dissolve into the earth…
How Katy’s Young Innovators are Crafting Tomorrow’s Robotic Pioneers
Katy ISD high schools excelled at the UIL State Competition, showcasing robotic expertise across multiple campuses. Cinco Ranch High School secured a spot at the prestigious FIRST Robotics Competition World…
From Wood to Wonder: High School Robotics Team Sparks Innovation and Lifelong Skills
Grand River Preparatory High School students transform a piece of wood into a functional robot for National Robotics Week, demonstrating creativity and engineering prowess. Guided by the FIRST program, students…
Are Robots the Answer to the Hospitality Industry’s Overwhelming Challenges?
The hospitality industry is increasingly integrating AI-powered robots to address labor shortages and elevate service standards. Nightfood Holdings Inc. is pioneering this transformation, using robotics to enhance guest experiences and…
The Rise of Middle School Innovators: How Umatilla’s Young Girls Are Taking on Robotics Giants
Three all-girl middle school teams from Clara Brownell Middle School—Mystery Bots, Femgineers, and Giraffe Guardians—competed in the Oregon FIRST Tech Challenge Championship in Hillsboro against high school teams. The Femgineers…