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Image of Webinar – Power Solutions for Humanoid Robotics Webinar – Power Solutions for Humanoid Robotics

Walk through a complete humanoid robot power tree, from the battery and 48 V distribution backbone to actuation, compute, sensing, and safety-critical systems.

Image of Webinar – Train a Balance Bot with Reinforcement Learning Webinar – Train a Balance Bot with Reinforcement Learning

A demonstration of the complete process for training a self-balancing robot using reinforcement learning and deploying the trained model to real hardware.

Image of FPGAs Help Designers Keep Pace with AI and Robotics FPGAs Help Designers Keep Pace with AI and Robotics

Altera FPGA SoCs help robotics designers add AI, real-time control, sensor flexibility, and scalable motion support as requirements evolve.

Image of XRP Classroom Triage and Troubleshooting guide XRP Classroom Triage and Troubleshooting guide

If you've ever stood in front of a classroom full of students while an XRP robot starts driving in unexpected circles and you're not entirely sure why — this post is for you.

Image of SpikerBot Overview and Adding Edge Detection for Tabletop Exploration SpikerBot Overview and Adding Edge Detection for Tabletop Exploration

Combine robotics, 3D printing, and maker ingenuity to create a practical SpikerBot modification for safer autonomous exploration.

Image of Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 3) Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 3)

In my first blog, I talked about the plan and the overall roadmap. In my most recent blog, I talked about the technical plans and the road bumps we encountered. With all that out of the way, let’s talk about the final implementation and the results.

Image of Use an SBC to Quickly Implement Edge AI in New or Retrofit Applications Use an SBC to Quickly Implement Edge AI in New or Retrofit Applications Publish Date: 2026-06-02

Learn how the Arduino UNO Q accelerates the development of real-time edge AI applications and industrial retrofits that require embedded Linux.

Image of Build Something Awesome: The WPI XRP Medal Challenge Is Here Build Something Awesome: The WPI XRP Medal Challenge Is Here

Explore the WPI XRP Medal Challenge and create unique robotics builds with sensors, extensions, and maker creativity for hands-on innovation.

Image of Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 2) Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 2)

Creating a low-cost prosthetic arm is challenging, but making one that is also easy to calibrate and accurate is even tougher.

Image of Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes

When you think of "electronics," you probably picture rigid green circuit boards, silicon chips, and soldering irons. But what if you could build a circuit entirely out of soft, stretchy rubber?

Image of Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like? Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like?

The pace of innovation is accelerating rapidly, driven by advances in AI, robotics, and computing power, with the possibilities expanding beyond simple tasks.

Image of Simplify AMR and AGV Integration with ROS 2 Components Simplify AMR and AGV Integration with ROS 2 Components Publish Date: 2026-03-10

Accelerate AMR and AGV integration using motor controllers, IMUs, and ToF modules with native ROS 2 drivers.

image of Invest in Innovation with XRP Invest in Innovation with XRP

Discover how the XRP robot brings affordable robotics and AI education to classrooms with scalable curriculum and EDU discounts.

Image of A Cost-Effective Approach to Random Bin Picking A Cost-Effective Approach to Random Bin Picking Publish Date: 2026-02-10

Structured light, FPGA acceleration, and machine vision enable fast, accurate random bin picking for high-performance robotic automation systems.

Image of Simplify AI with Arduino’s Two “Brains” in One Environment Simplify AI with Arduino’s Two “Brains” in One Environment

Simplify AI prototyping and development using the Arduino UNO Q’s Linux-capable MPU, real-time MCU, and unified App Lab tool.

Image of Use Contactless Power and Data Transmission for Wear-Free and Low-Maintenance Industrial Solutions Use Contactless Power and Data Transmission for Wear-Free and Low-Maintenance Industrial Solutions Publish Date: 2025-12-22

Explore how wireless couplers can replace conventional connectors and slip rings in industrial applications.

Image of BLDC Motors and Integrated Motor Drivers Are Key to Efficiency in Robotics and Drones BLDC Motors and Integrated Motor Drivers Are Key to Efficiency in Robotics and Drones Publish Date: 2025-12-17

Qorvo’s compact ACT72350 BLDC motor driver manages power, processes analog signals, and provides power signals for robotics, drones, and other applications.

Image of Using Microbe- and Hydrolysis-Resistant Pneumatic Tubing to Simplify Automation and Robotics in Food Processing Using Microbe- and Hydrolysis-Resistant Pneumatic Tubing to Simplify Automation and Robotics in Food Processing Publish Date: 2025-11-20

This article discusses using pneumatic tubing in food processing automation and robotics which have challenges related to hygiene, durability, and maintenance.

Image of Cutting-Edge Photon Detection with Broadcom Sensors Cutting-Edge Photon Detection with Broadcom Sensors

Broadcom’s AFBR-S4 family of advanced silicon photomultiplier sensors enhances precision and reliability for high-performance photon detection applications.

Image of Apply Advances in Sensing, Connectivity, and Motion Control Devices for Smarter Fixed-in-Place Robots Apply Advances in Sensing, Connectivity, and Motion Control Devices for Smarter Fixed-in-Place Robots Publish Date: 2025-11-18

Design precise yet flexible fixed-in-place robotics using advanced control, imaging, sensing, and communications technologies.