In the evolving world of robotics, the Bristol Robotics Laboratory has introduced a significant innovation - the Tetraflex robot. This tetrahedral, shape-shifting robot is engineered to navigate through diverse obstacles. Tetraflex is not your standard robot. Its design blends soft and rigid components, allowing it to adapt to...
In robotics, achieving human-like dexterity has always been a coveted milestone. Human hands' intricate movements, sensitivity, and adaptability have long been benchmarks, challenging roboticists worldwide. Today, we stand on the cusp of a significant breakthrough. A groundbreaking bimanual robot with two arms showcases tactile sensitivity that mirrors human-level...
In the quest for sustainable solutions, Albotherm, a spin-out from the University of Bristol, has developed an innovative temperature-responsive coating for greenhouses. This advanced polymer technology, designed to coat glass, reacts to external temperature changes, transitioning from transparent to white. This automatic adjustment allows buildings and greenhouses to...