Robots

Robotics in all forms: humanoid and quadruped robots, aerial and underwater drones, cobots and industrial arms, domestic and delivery robots, actuators, sensors and locomotion, embedded intelligence in machines.

Robots XPeng starts Iron robot production, leaving Tesla Optimus behind XPeng has begun production of its Iron humanoid robot on a line over 80% automated in Guangzhou. Unlike Tesla, whose Optimus struggles to move from prototype to mass production, the Chinese firm has a concrete lead: the first unit left the line unassisted on September 8, 2026. September 9, 2026 News Robots

Chinese automakers race to build humanoid robots

Chinese automakers are pouring billions into humanoid robots, with record funding rounds and concrete projects. The goal: diversify revenue as automotive margins shrink. August 30, 2026
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France to Develop Rafale F5 Fighter Jet Alone by 2034

The European SCAF program is abandoned. France is now developing its own Rafale F5 fighter jet, with entry into service planned between 2033 and 2035. August 29, 2026
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Chinese humanoid robot outruns Usain Bolt’s speed, but with caveats

A Chinese humanoid robot, Superman, hits 45.6 km/h, surpassing Usain Bolt’s 44.72 km/h record. However, these track-filmed performances lack independent verification, and the machines struggle to brake or perform complex tasks. August 27, 2026
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AI-designed drone vanishes by spinning in place

A Chinese underwater drone, designed by artificial intelligence, uses an unprecedented camouflage technique: it becomes undetectable by spinning on itself. This breakthrough relies on an AI capable of optimizing the reflection of sound waves in real time to deceive radars. August 24, 2026
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Amazon to expand Prime Air to nearly 500 US cities by late 2026

Amazon will expand its Prime Air drone delivery service sixfold to cover nearly 500 US cities by the end of the year. Deliveries, limited to packages under 2.3 kg, are promised in 30 to 60 minutes. August 20, 2026
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Honor unveils Robot Phone with titanium gimbal and dual 200 MP cameras

Honor is launching its Robot Phone in China, a smartphone featuring a 4-axis titanium gimbal stabilizer and dual 200 MP cameras. Available from August 18, it targets professional video and content creators. August 14, 2026