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16-Jun-08

Robot knee and hip replacements

"British doctors have helped to create a surgical robot that will revolutionise treatment for the 160,000 people a year who are given a new knee or hip."


6-Jun-08

How UK fights remote control war

Out of the blistering desert sun emerges the Reaper, the latest in unmanned aerial vehicles. Sweeping in over the mountains with its distinctive profile, it is piloted remotely. But just how remotely is a surprise.

Category: Weapons, Robotics

2-Jun-08

Mars mission: Phoenix leaves 'footprint' in red planet's soil

Nasa's latest robot on Mars has touched the red planet's soil for the first time, scooping out an impression that resembles a footprint with its robot arm.

Category: Space, Robotics

29-May-08

Monkey's brain controls robot arm

Monkeys have been able to control robotic limbs using only their thoughts, scientists report.

Category: Robotics

16-May-08

Evolution rolls on for Mars rover

"Engineers working towards the flagship ExoMars mission have unveiled a sophisticated new vehicle prototype."

Category: Space, Robotics

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