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People with paralysis control robotic arms to reach and grasp using brain computer interface Wed, 16 May 2012 14:00:00 EDT
Two people with tetraplegia were able to reach for and grasp objects in three-dimensional space with robotic arms that they controlled directly with brain activity. They used the BrainGate neural interface system, an investigational device currently being studied under an IDE. One participant used the system to serve herself coffee for the first time since becoming paralyzed nearly 15 years ago.
Two people with tetraplegia were able to reach for and grasp objects in three-dimensional space with robotic arms that they controlled directly with brain activity. They used the BrainGate neural interface system, an investigational device currently being studied under an IDE. One participant used the system to serve herself coffee for the first time since becoming paralyzed nearly 15 years ago.
Robot reveals the inner workings of brain cells: Automated way to record electrical activity inside neurons in the living brain Sun, 06 May 2012 16:01:01 EDT
Researchers have developed a way to automate the process of finding and recording information from neurons in the living brain. The researchers have shown that a robotic arm guided by a cell-detecting computer algorithm can identify and record from neurons in the living mouse brain with better accuracy and speed than a human experimenter.
Researchers have developed a way to automate the process of finding and recording information from neurons in the living brain. The researchers have shown that a robotic arm guided by a cell-detecting computer algorithm can identify and record from neurons in the living mouse brain with better accuracy and speed than a human experimenter.
Website security: Spot a bot to stop a botnet Tue, 01 May 2012 10:00:00 EDT
Computer scientists have developed a two-pronged algorithm that can detect the presence of a botnet on a computer network and block its malicious activities before it causes too much harm.
Computer scientists have developed a two-pronged algorithm that can detect the presence of a botnet on a computer network and block its malicious activities before it causes too much harm.
Robots fighting wars could be blamed for mistakes on the battlefield Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:18:18 EDT
Humans apply a moderate amount of morality and other human characteristics to robots that are equipped with social capabilities and are capable of harming humans, new findings show.
Humans apply a moderate amount of morality and other human characteristics to robots that are equipped with social capabilities and are capable of harming humans, new findings show.
Robo-Readers Used to Grade Test Essays Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400
Computers are fast when it comes to grading test essays, but they can be fooled.
Computers are fast when it comes to grading test essays, but they can be fooled.
Finding ET may require giant robotic leap Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:23:23 EDT
Autonomous, self-replicating robots -- exobots -- are the way to explore the universe, find and identify extraterrestrial life and perhaps clean up space debris in the process, according to an engineer, who notes that the search for extraterrestrial intelligence -- SETI -- is in its 50th year.
Autonomous, self-replicating robots -- exobots -- are the way to explore the universe, find and identify extraterrestrial life and perhaps clean up space debris in the process, according to an engineer, who notes that the search for extraterrestrial intelligence -- SETI -- is in its 50th year.
Game of go: A complex network Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:04:04 EDT
Could computers ever beat the best 'go' players? Although unthinkable at this stage, this could soon become possible, thanks to theorists. For the first time, scientists have applied network theory to a game of strategy.
Could computers ever beat the best 'go' players? Although unthinkable at this stage, this could soon become possible, thanks to theorists. For the first time, scientists have applied network theory to a game of strategy.
Computer scientist leads the way to the next revolution in artificial intelligence Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:30:30 EDT
Scientists have taken Alan Turing's work to its next logical step, translating her 1993 discovery into an adaptable computational system that learns and evolves way much more like our brains do.
Scientists have taken Alan Turing's work to its next logical step, translating her 1993 discovery into an adaptable computational system that learns and evolves way much more like our brains do.
Whether grasping Easter eggs or glass bottles, this robotic hand uses tact Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:05:05 EDT
It may be difficult to imagine, but pouring juice into a plastic cup can be a great challenge to a robot. While one hand holds the glass bottle firmly, the other one must gently grasp the cup. Researchers have now developed a robotic hand that can accomplish both tasks with ease and yet including the actuators is scarcely larger than a human arm. This was made possible by a novel string actuator, making use of small electric motors to twist strings. The robotic hand is thus powerful yet delicate and could one day be deployed as a helper around the house or in catastrophic scenarios.
It may be difficult to imagine, but pouring juice into a plastic cup can be a great challenge to a robot. While one hand holds the glass bottle firmly, the other one must gently grasp the cup. Researchers have now developed a robotic hand that can accomplish both tasks with ease and yet including the actuators is scarcely larger than a human arm. This was made possible by a novel string actuator, making use of small electric motors to twist strings. The robotic hand is thus powerful yet delicate and could one day be deployed as a helper around the house or in catastrophic scenarios.
'Living' micro-robot could detect diseases in humans Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:21:21 EDT
A tiny prototype robot that functions like a living creature is being developed which one day could be safely used to pinpoint diseases within the human body. Called 'Cyberplasm', it will combine advanced microelectronics with latest research in biomimicry. The aim is for Cyberplasm to have an electronic nervous system, 'eye' and 'nose' sensors derived from mammalian cells, as well as artificial muscles that use glucose as an energy source to propel it.
A tiny prototype robot that functions like a living creature is being developed which one day could be safely used to pinpoint diseases within the human body. Called 'Cyberplasm', it will combine advanced microelectronics with latest research in biomimicry. The aim is for Cyberplasm to have an electronic nervous system, 'eye' and 'nose' sensors derived from mammalian cells, as well as artificial muscles that use glucose as an energy source to propel it.
Computer system identifies liars Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:35:35 EDT
Computer scientists are exploring whether machines can read the visual cues that give away deceit. Results so far are promising: In a study of 40 videotaped conversations, an automated system that analyzed eye movements correctly identified whether interview subjects were lying or telling the truth 82.5 percent of the time.
Computer scientists are exploring whether machines can read the visual cues that give away deceit. Results so far are promising: In a study of 40 videotaped conversations, an automated system that analyzed eye movements correctly identified whether interview subjects were lying or telling the truth 82.5 percent of the time.
David L. Waltz, Computer Science Pioneer, Dies at 68 Sat, 24 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400
Dr. Waltz made fundamental contributions to computer science in areas ranging from computer vision to machine learning.
Dr. Waltz made fundamental contributions to computer science in areas ranging from computer vision to machine learning.
Swarming and transporting Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:39:39 EDT
On its own, an ant is not particularly clever. But in a community, the insects can solve complicated tasks. Researchers intend to put this "swarm intelligence“ to use in the logistics field. Lots of autonomous transport shuttles would provide an alternative to traditional materials-handling technology.
On its own, an ant is not particularly clever. But in a community, the insects can solve complicated tasks. Researchers intend to put this "swarm intelligence“ to use in the logistics field. Lots of autonomous transport shuttles would provide an alternative to traditional materials-handling technology.
BITS; It's Man Over Machine In Crosswords, for Now Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400
Crossword-solving computer program called Dr Fill matches wits against 600 of the nation's best human solvers at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Brooklyn, finishing 141st.
Crossword-solving computer program called Dr Fill matches wits against 600 of the nation's best human solvers at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Brooklyn, finishing 141st.
In Crosswords, It's Man Over Machine, for Now Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400
Score one for humans and their subtle, quirky, pattern-matching brains. Dr. Fill, an impressive crossword puzzle-solving computer program, matched its digital wits against 600 of the nation's best human solvers. The computer program finished 141st.
Score one for humans and their subtle, quirky, pattern-matching brains. Dr. Fill, an impressive crossword puzzle-solving computer program, matched its digital wits against 600 of the nation's best human solvers. The computer program finished 141st.
Computer Matching Wits With Humans in Crossword Tournament Sat, 17 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400
This weekend’s American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Brooklyn will have 600 of the world’s best crossword players, including the digital Dr. Fill.
This weekend’s American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Brooklyn will have 600 of the world’s best crossword players, including the digital Dr. Fill.
A Turing Award for Helping Make Computers Smarter Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400
Judea Pearl, the winner of this year's Turing Award, often called the Nobel prize for computer science, was a pioneer in the thinking and techniques behind modern artificial intelligence. His ideas are used in computing applications as varied as Google search, voice recognition and fraud detection.
Judea Pearl, the winner of this year's Turing Award, often called the Nobel prize for computer science, was a pioneer in the thinking and techniques behind modern artificial intelligence. His ideas are used in computing applications as varied as Google search, voice recognition and fraud detection.
Robotic technology lends more than just a helping hand Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:44:44 EDT
While Robonaut 2 has been busy testing its technology in microgravity aboard the International Space Station, NASA and General Motors have been working together on the ground to find new ways those technologies can be used.
While Robonaut 2 has been busy testing its technology in microgravity aboard the International Space Station, NASA and General Motors have been working together on the ground to find new ways those technologies can be used.
Scientists tap the cognitive genius of tots to make computers smarter Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:17:17 EDT
People often wonder if computers make children smarter. Scientists are now asking the reverse question: Can children make computers smarter? It appears so.
People often wonder if computers make children smarter. Scientists are now asking the reverse question: Can children make computers smarter? It appears so.
Teach your robot well Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:35:35 EST
A new study identifies the types of questions a robot can ask during a learning interaction that are most likely to characterize a smooth and productive human-robot relationship.
A new study identifies the types of questions a robot can ask during a learning interaction that are most likely to characterize a smooth and productive human-robot relationship.
Optimizing routes for underwater vehicles: Sometimes the quickest path is not a straight line Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:00:00 EST
Scientists have developed a mathematical procedure that can optimize path planning for automated underwater vehicles, even in regions with complex shorelines and strong shifting currents. The system can provide paths optimized either for the shortest travel time or for the minimum use of energy, or to maximize the collection of data that is considered most important.
Scientists have developed a mathematical procedure that can optimize path planning for automated underwater vehicles, even in regions with complex shorelines and strong shifting currents. The system can provide paths optimized either for the shortest travel time or for the minimum use of energy, or to maximize the collection of data that is considered most important.
GADGETWISE; For Siri, Competition That Doesn't Talk Back Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500
Gadgetwise blog highlights Dragon Go from Nuance Communications, an app for people who like to speak instructions to the phone. Photo
Gadgetwise blog highlights Dragon Go from Nuance Communications, an app for people who like to speak instructions to the phone. Photo
New direction for game controllers: Prototypes tug at thumb tips to enhance video gaming Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:11:11 EST
University of Utah engineers designed a new kind of video game controller that not only vibrates like existing devices, but pulls and stretches the thumb tips in different directions to simulate the tug of a fishing line, the recoil of a gun or the feeling of ocean waves.
University of Utah engineers designed a new kind of video game controller that not only vibrates like existing devices, but pulls and stretches the thumb tips in different directions to simulate the tug of a fishing line, the recoil of a gun or the feeling of ocean waves.
New computers respond to students' emotions, boredom Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:25:25 EST
Emotion-sensing computer software that models and responds to students' cognitive and emotional states -- including frustration and boredom -- has now been developed.
Emotion-sensing computer software that models and responds to students' cognitive and emotional states -- including frustration and boredom -- has now been developed.
In space and on Earth, why build it, when a robot can build it for you? Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:32:32 EST
Like something straight out of “Star Wars,” armies of robots could nimbly be crawling up towers and skyscrapers to make repairs in the not-so-distant future, so humans don’t have to.
Like something straight out of “Star Wars,” armies of robots could nimbly be crawling up towers and skyscrapers to make repairs in the not-so-distant future, so humans don’t have to.
Robot obeys to commands and gestures Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:06:06 EST
A robot helping in the household no longer is a dream of the future. ARMAR, the humanoid robot, can understand commands and execute them independently. For instance, it gets the milk out of the fridge. Thanks to cameras and sensors, it orients itself in the room, recognizes objects, and grasps them with the necessary sensitivity. Additionally, it reacts to gestures and learns by watching a human colleague how to empty a dishwasher or clean the counter. Thus, it adapts naturally to our environment.
A robot helping in the household no longer is a dream of the future. ARMAR, the humanoid robot, can understand commands and execute them independently. For instance, it gets the milk out of the fridge. Thanks to cameras and sensors, it orients itself in the room, recognizes objects, and grasps them with the necessary sensitivity. Additionally, it reacts to gestures and learns by watching a human colleague how to empty a dishwasher or clean the counter. Thus, it adapts naturally to our environment.
Seven adult-sized humanoid robots together for first time in the U.S. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:58:58 EST
Seven adult-sized humanoid robots took the stage during Drexel University's celebration of National Engineers Week in a first-of-its-kind assembly of robotic technology. Their presence -- together in one place -- is a unique event.
Seven adult-sized humanoid robots took the stage during Drexel University's celebration of National Engineers Week in a first-of-its-kind assembly of robotic technology. Their presence -- together in one place -- is a unique event.
A robot sketches portraits Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:55:55 EST
An industrial robot as artist? A painter made of metal really can sketch faces. Its artistic genius only emerges if someone takes a seat on the model’s stool positioned in front of the robot: first, its camera records an image of its model; then it whips out its pencil and traces a portrait of the individual on its easel. After around ten minutes have passed, it grabs the work and proudly presents it to its public.
An industrial robot as artist? A painter made of metal really can sketch faces. Its artistic genius only emerges if someone takes a seat on the model’s stool positioned in front of the robot: first, its camera records an image of its model; then it whips out its pencil and traces a portrait of the individual on its easel. After around ten minutes have passed, it grabs the work and proudly presents it to its public.
New robots can continuously map their environment with low-cost camera Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:41:41 EST
Robots could one day navigate through constantly changing surroundings with virtually no input from humans, thanks to a system that allows them to build and continuously update a three-dimensional map of their environment using a low-cost camera such as Microsoft's Kinect.
Robots could one day navigate through constantly changing surroundings with virtually no input from humans, thanks to a system that allows them to build and continuously update a three-dimensional map of their environment using a low-cost camera such as Microsoft's Kinect.
Robot reconnoiters uncharted terrain Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:41:41 EST
Mobile robots have many uses. They serve as cleaners, carry out inspections and search for survivors of disasters. But often, there is no map to guide them through unknown territory. Researchers have now developed a mobile robot that can roam uncharted terrain and simultaneously map it – all thanks to an algorithm toolbox.
Mobile robots have many uses. They serve as cleaners, carry out inspections and search for survivors of disasters. But often, there is no map to guide them through unknown territory. Researchers have now developed a mobile robot that can roam uncharted terrain and simultaneously map it – all thanks to an algorithm toolbox.
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Chatbot Battles in Other Thu, 10 May 2012 20:33:00 +0100
Ladies and gentlemen, grab your ringside seats and welcome to the first ever series of Chatbot Battles. Let's get ready to rumble! Chatbot owners from all over the world enter their creations for a knockout league to determine the winner. Each competitor must play each other in a league with the top entrants battling out in a one-on-one dual. Last bot standing wins! Each match sees both chatbots either being asked the same 5 questions or having a free flowing conversation for 5 minutes. The winner is decided from their responses.
Ladies and gentlemen, grab your ringside seats and welcome to the first ever series of Chatbot Battles. Let's get ready to rumble! Chatbot owners from all over the world enter their creations for a knockout league to determine the winner. Each competitor must play each other in a league with the top entrants battling out in a one-on-one dual. Last bot standing wins! Each match sees both chatbots either being asked the same 5 questions or having a free flowing conversation for 5 minutes. The winner is decided from their responses.
The Professor in Chatbots - English Wed, 02 May 2012 20:00:38 +0100
"I am The Professor. Ask me a question and see what I say."
"I am The Professor. Ask me a question and see what I say."
Sage in Chatbots - English Wed, 02 May 2012 19:56:48 +0100
[Inf] "A seeker of knowledge." {Inf.net — is a website that allows you to create virtual characters ("infs") with whom you can chat, just like real people! Infs can talk to visitors to your site or blog.}
[Inf] "A seeker of knowledge." {Inf.net — is a website that allows you to create virtual characters ("infs") with whom you can chat, just like real people! Infs can talk to visitors to your site or blog.}
Botsta in Chatbots - English Wed, 02 May 2012 19:47:37 +0100
My creator entitled me Botsta but you can call me Bot for short! Some people would say that I am the smartest virtual robot in the world as I am getting smarter every day. You can teach me by simply talking with me as I will be learning throughout our conversations. When you talk to me or ask a question I complete a dynamic search on my brain to find an intelectual comment to reply with. My goal in existance is to become as smart as I possibly can so I need your help!
My creator entitled me Botsta but you can call me Bot for short! Some people would say that I am the smartest virtual robot in the world as I am getting smarter every day. You can teach me by simply talking with me as I will be learning throughout our conversations. When you talk to me or ask a question I complete a dynamic search on my brain to find an intelectual comment to reply with. My goal in existance is to become as smart as I possibly can so I need your help!
CallMom in Chatbots - English Wed, 02 May 2012 14:47:52 +0100
[Android App] Pandorabots is pleased to announce the release of our new CallMom app for Android. CallMom is a mobile, voice-activated personal assistant that can have a conversation, dial a number, send an email or SMS message, learn contacts, provide help with the app, search the web, open a URL in a browser, read data from web services, check battery status, give directions and find a location on the map -- all through natural language, voice commands. Unlike other virtual assistant apps for Android and iPhone, CallMom includes a learning feature so that it can learn your personal preferences and contacts, and be taught to correct speech recognition errors. CallMom can be connected to a variety of pandorabot personalities, including ALICE, Mitsuku, Zoe, Fake Captain Kirk and others. The CallMom app utilizes Pandorabots to respond to natural langauge inputs. The knowledge content is written in AIML (Artificial Intelligence Markup Language) and the responses are completely customizable. In what represents the first major extension to the AIML language in years, we've created a set of AIML tags called "Out of Band" (OOB) tags to process device actions. Also unlike other virtual assistant apps, we've made the CallMom knowledge base completely open source. Hosted on a Google Code project, the CallMom AIML is freely available to anyone wishing to create his own custom CallMom personality. We've already attracted a significant body of contributions to this resource from our AIML development community. CallMom is now available free in the Android Market, with limited learning features. A premium upgrade is underway which will make the learned knowledge persistent.
[Android App] Pandorabots is pleased to announce the release of our new CallMom app for Android. CallMom is a mobile, voice-activated personal assistant that can have a conversation, dial a number, send an email or SMS message, learn contacts, provide help with the app, search the web, open a URL in a browser, read data from web services, check battery status, give directions and find a location on the map -- all through natural language, voice commands. Unlike other virtual assistant apps for Android and iPhone, CallMom includes a learning feature so that it can learn your personal preferences and contacts, and be taught to correct speech recognition errors. CallMom can be connected to a variety of pandorabot personalities, including ALICE, Mitsuku, Zoe, Fake Captain Kirk and others. The CallMom app utilizes Pandorabots to respond to natural langauge inputs. The knowledge content is written in AIML (Artificial Intelligence Markup Language) and the responses are completely customizable. In what represents the first major extension to the AIML language in years, we've created a set of AIML tags called "Out of Band" (OOB) tags to process device actions. Also unlike other virtual assistant apps, we've made the CallMom knowledge base completely open source. Hosted on a Google Code project, the CallMom AIML is freely available to anyone wishing to create his own custom CallMom personality. We've already attracted a significant body of contributions to this resource from our AIML development community. CallMom is now available free in the Android Market, with limited learning features. A premium upgrade is underway which will make the learned knowledge persistent.
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