Scientists have developed a flexible electronic skin, or “e-skin,” that could give robots a sense of touch. The new technology was developed by a team of researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, and is described in a recent paper published in the journal Science Robotics.

The e-skin is made up of a thin layer of sensors and transistors that can detect pressure, temperature, and other physical stimuli. It is designed to be lightweight and flexible, making it suitable for use on soft, flexible robots that can operate in tight spaces and interact with delicate objects.

“We’ve developed a skin that can feel like a human hand, with a similar range of pressure sensitivity and the ability to detect subtle temperature changes,” said Ali Javey, a professor of electrical engineering and computer sciences at UC Berkeley and senior author of the study.

Commercial window washing is still handled primarily by humans on scarily high perches, but now — thanks to a handful of startups — robots are poised to disrupt the industry.

Robotic window washers have become a popular option for high-rise buildings in many cities around the world. These machines can clean windows quickly and safely, eliminating the need for human window washers to work at dangerous heights.

One company leading the way in this technology is RoboWash, based in New York City. Their robotic window washer, called the RoboCleaner, uses advanced sensors and algorithms to navigate the exterior of buildings and wash windows without leaving streaks.

According to RoboWash CEO, Sarah Chen, “The RoboCleaner has revolutionized the window washing industry. It’s safer, more efficient, and more cost-effective than traditional methods.”

Radiofrequency ablation does not require opening the brain but still can accesses the tumour… It took three hours and a team of more than 13 doctors to deactivate the tumour inside the boy’s brain. (Photo: By Special Arrangement)

A team of doctors in Kochi, India have achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully treating a 12-year-old girl’s epilepsy using a revolutionary robot equipped with radiofrequency waves. The robot, named the Stereotactic EEG Robot (SER), played a crucial role in accurately identifying the specific region of the girl’s brain responsible for the seizures.

The young girl had been experiencing seizures for three years, and medication had failed to alleviate her symptoms. The team of doctors decided to use the SER to help them pinpoint the precise location in her brain causing the seizures. Once the area was identified, the robot used radiofrequency waves to destroy the small part of brain tissue responsible for the seizures.

Dr. Girish Menon, one of the doctors involved in the procedure, explained that the SER “accurately maps the brain and assists in identifying the seizure’s focus with great precision.” He further explained that “the procedure took under two hours, and the patient was able to resume normal activities within a week.”