Have you ever stood next to a robot and wondered how close is too close? Personal space—often called “comfort distance”—is a key aspect of social behavior that shapes how we navigate our interactions ...

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series called Inside the Lab, which gives audiences a first-hand look at the research laboratories at the University of Chicago and the scholars who are tackling some ...

Elon Musk said humanoid robots would unlock "universal high income" and help boost productivity. He predicts tens of billions of personal robots, likening them to C-3PO from "Star Wars." Musk warned ...

A robot that follows its owner like a pet, runs errands, and steps forward like a bodyguard to fend off threats is a so-called ‘user-following robot (Follow-Me Robot).’ In parts of China, ball-shaped ...

The relentless advancement of technology has ushered in an era where artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are drastically reshaping various industries, including the culinary sphere. Robot chefs ...