NASA rovers have revealed fascinating details and close-up images of Mars and the moon, but exploring other planets is slow. Most rovers are remotely controlled from Earth, and their careful, energy-efficient design limits how much ground they can cover.

Millions spent on humanoid robots depend on gig workers recording daily tasks, signaling a shift in AI training and work.

The idea no longer belongs to science fiction. Humans and robots are already sharing space, tasks, and decisions in everyday life. For years, most people imagined robots as industrial machines sealed behind safety cages. That picture is outdated.

Walker S2 is an adult-sized humanoid robot with legs, a torso, and arms. China is sending these robots to patrol their border with Vietnam.

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series called Inside the Lab, which gives audiences a first-hand look at the research laboratories at the University of Chicago and the scholars who are tackling some of the world’s most complex problems. Robots are ...