Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot Learns to Handle Heavy Appliances
Boston Dynamics trains its Atlas humanoid robot to lift and place washing machines, signaling a major step toward real-world industrial deployment.
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Robotics Summit 2026: Logistics Automation and Motion Control Take Center Stage
The 2026 Robotics Summit highlights logistics automation trends and Regal Rexnord’s motion control portfolio — a sign of a maturing, full-stack robotics industry.
Boston Dynamics’ Atlas Robot Gets to Work — and Hyundai Owns It All
Boston Dynamics trains Atlas to move washing machines while Hyundai closes a $1.1B acquisition. Here’s what it means for robotics and industry.
Humanoid Robots Are Having Their Moment — And the World Is Racing to Lead
Humanoid robots are going mainstream in 2026. Explore market growth, China’s dominance race, NVIDIA’s chip stack, affordable kits, and workplace concerns.
Humanoid Robots Rise: China’s Ambitions and the World’s Concerns
China is racing to dominate humanoid robotics while global concerns over safety, jobs, and geopolitics grow. A deep dive into the industry’s biggest trends.
Boston Dynamics Atlas Robot Lifts 100-lb Loads and Delivers Drinks
Boston Dynamics reveals Atlas robot can lift 100-lb industrial loads at scale, deliver drinks, and handle complex tasks — a major leap toward real-world deployment.
Figure AI’s Humanoid Robots Work Nonstop, Sort 88K Packages in 72 Hours
Figure AI’s humanoid robots sorted 88,000 packages in 72 hours during a live public stream, hitting a landmark 24/7 nonstop operation milestone in May 2026.
Southwest Airlines Bans Humanoid Robots After ‘Stewie’ Takes a Flight
Southwest Airlines banned humanoid robots after ‘Stewie’ flew to Dallas, exposing a gap in aviation safety rules as robotics technology advances rapidly.
Boston Dynamics & Google DeepMind Team Up to Build Smarter Humanoid Robots
Boston Dynamics partners with Google DeepMind to bring foundational AI to humanoid robots, while training Atlas for real factory work. Here’s what it means.
Humanoid Robots Work 24/7: Figure AI & 1X Cross a Major Milestone
Figure AI hits 24/7 autonomous operation as 1X Technologies ramps production. What these humanoid robot milestones mean for industry and investors.