A newly developed rubbery, octopuslike robot can change colors to hide or stand out in its environment. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive ...

A team of researchers led by George Whitesides, the Woodford L. and Ann A. Flowers University Professor, has already broken new engineering ground with the development of soft, silicone-based robots ...

If you're the sort geek who really likes robots, you may remember last November when I talked a little bit about a soft robot that was designed to move like a starfish. The robot was made from a soft ...

Imagine a world where robots creep up on you: Electric motors just a gentle whir, hard shells changing color to blend in with their surroundings. Well, there’s no need to imagine—it’s happened.

If you are a techie, you're probably always on the hunt for new gadgets. Whether you are looking for a fun way to teach your kids, or just want to sharpen your personal programming skills, then this ...

A new soft, quivering robot walks when inflated and changes color when colored fluid—including glow-in-the-dark liquid—is pumped into its "body." Researchers at Harvard University have made a soft, ...