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Space-constrained satellite designs often require creative engineering solutions.

Researchers have developed an origami-inspired foldable reflectarray antenna that can be compactly stowed during launch and deployed once in orbit. The approach could help small satellites expand their communication capabilities without increasing launch volume requirements.

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Foldable Reflectarray Antenna Supercharges Tiny Satellite Links Foldable design expands to 25 times its stowed sized

Voyager Technologies is buying lunar logistics startup Astrobotic for $300 million to anchor its new deep-space initiatives. The acquisition combines Voyager's orbit infrastructure with Astrobotic's commercial landers and lunar solar-grid technology. By bringing everything under one roof, Voyager aims to scale its automated hardware and meet NASA's target of building a permanent, robotically supported http://U.S. base on the moon by 2028.

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Voyager Technologies acquires Astrobotic to advance lunar initiatives - The Robot Report Voyager intends to accelerate investment to scale Astrobotic’s programs, including lunar and reusable rocket programs.

Robotics is becoming increasingly common in industries far beyond manufacturing.

A recent fashion show featured humanoid robots alongside human models, offering a glimpse into how robotics technology is finding its way into new public-facing and creative applications. As capabilities continue to advance, the relationship between humans and robots is expanding into unexpected spaces.

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Inside the Software Making Electric Heavy Trucks Practical More holistic solutions could turn the continent’s fleet green

Choosing the cheapest component can feel like a smart way to cut costs, but in hardware development, it often leads to expensive delays, redesigns, supply chain issues, and reliability problems down the road.

In our latest blog, we explore "The Cheap Part Trap" and explain why selecting components based on price alone can create hidden risks that impact your entire product lifecycle. Learn how to make smarter design decisions that balance cost, availability, performance, and long-term success.

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Even the best hardware designs can run into problems when critical details are overlooked early in development.

From inadequate requirements gathering to overlooking manufacturability and testing considerations, avoiding common design pitfalls can help teams reduce risk, control costs, and accelerate time to market.

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Common Mistakes in Hardware Design Explore common mistakes in hardware design and how experienced engineering teams help avoid costly redesigns, delays, and production risks.

The transition to electric freight transportation is gaining momentum.

As battery technology improves and charging infrastructure expands, electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) are becoming an increasingly viable option for reducing emissions across the logistics industry. The shift presents both engineering challenges and opportunities as manufacturers work to scale adoption.

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Inside the Software Making Electric Heavy Trucks Practical More holistic solutions could turn the continent’s fleet green

Humanoid robots are stepping onto the runway.

At a recent fashion event in Shanghai, humanoid robots joined human models on the catwalk, showcasing how robotics continues to expand into new industries and public-facing applications. The event highlights the growing intersection of technology, design, and human-robot interaction.

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'Robots need clothes': humanoids hit catwalk in Seoul There were no naked robots in sight at a fashion show held in Seoul with a high-tech twist, where pairs of people and humanoids hit the catwalk in matching outfits.The robot models at the Seoul fashio...

Robotics, AI, and a little soccer.

This week's IEEE Spectrum Video Friday highlights some of the latest robotics innovations, including Rabona, a humanoid robot designed to play soccer, alongside other advances in mobility, autonomy, and human-robot interaction.

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Can a Robot Have too Many Legs? Can Atlas Learn Soccer's Rabona Kick? Your weekly selection of awesome robot videos

Counting down to summer with some friendly competition ☀️

A little friendly competition, plenty of laughs, and an afternoon of bocce ball with the team. Here's to longer days, stronger teamwork, and a great summer ahead!

Hyundai Motor Group plans to deploy more than 25,000 Atlas humanoid robots, developed by Boston Dynamics, across its U.S. manufacturing facilities by 2028. The initiative represents one of the largest planned deployments of humanoid robots in industrial production and highlights the growing role of robotics in modern manufacturing.

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Hyundai to send 25,000 Atlas robots to the US Hyundai reportedly plans to deploy over 25,000 Boston Dynamics Atlas humanoid robots across U.S. auto plants, starting at its Georgia facility in 2028.