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From robot swarms to human societies, good decisions rely on the right mix of perspectives
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From robot swarms to human societies, good decisions rely on the right mix of perspectives

At the intersection of robotics and social science, researchers explore how heterogeneity, influence, and uncertainty drive smarter collective decisions—whether in human groups, robot...

Soft-jointed swarms tackle tough terrains and tasks
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Soft-jointed swarms tackle tough terrains and tasks

The robot’s soft joints help it when walking over irregular terrain. Credit: Nitin Sanket Imagine a swarm of tiny robots, each about the...

Scientists develop technology to control cyborg insect swarms
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Scientists develop technology to control cyborg insect swarms

Electronic “backpack” that will navigate the cyborg insect to its intended destination or objective. Credit: Nature Communications (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-55197-8 Scientists have developed...

Expert warns of increasing drone swarms and the need for faster detection
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Expert warns of increasing drone swarms and the need for faster detection

U.S. authorities offered more details in the drone sightings this week. Credit: Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University Federal authorities have provided new details in the...

Watch ‘ant-like’ robot swarms conquer obstacles and transport heavy loads
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Watch ‘ant-like’ robot swarms conquer obstacles and transport heavy loads

Robots lifting and object. Credit: Device/Yang and Won et al. Scientists in South Korea have developed swarms of tiny magnetic robots that work...