SciShow
3 Friendly Robots Improving Our Social Lives
You might think of robots as unfeeling, and maybe even kind of cold, but some robots are specifically programmed to help people improve their social skills and emotional health. Here are a few that might make really good pals!
TED Talks
TED: Why I make robots the size of a grain of rice | Sarah Bergbreiter
By studying the movement and bodies of insects such as ants, Sarah Bergbreiter and her team build incredibly robust, super teeny, mechanical versions of creepy crawlies … and then they add rockets. See their jaw-dropping developments in...
Crash Course
Unsupervised Learning
Today, we’re moving on from artificial intelligence that needs training labels, called Supervised Learning, to Unsupervised Learning which is learning by finding patterns in the world. We’ll focus on the performing unsupervised...
SciShow Kids
Take a Tour of the Space Station
Did you know some astronauts live in space for months at a time? Join Jessi and Squeaks for a tour of the International Space Station and learn what life is like in low gravity!
SciShow Kids
Real-Life Robots
Meet some real-life robots, and find out what robots really are, and what they do for us every day!
Crash Course
Let’s Make A Movie Recommendation System (LAB)
We need to save Jabril and John Green Bot’s movie nights. Jabril generally likes action movies and John Green Bot likes romantic movies, but they need to find something that they can both watch and enjoy together. Today, we’re going to...
Crash Course
What Is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial intelligence is everywhere and it's already making a huge impact on our lives. It's autocompleting texts on our cellphones, telling us which videos to watch on YouTube, beating us at video games, recognizing us in photos,...
Crash Course
Humans and AI Working Together
There’s been a lot of discussion about how automation is going to take people’s jobs and we don’t want to downplay that real impact, but today we’re going to focus on the benefits of humans and AI working together. Human-AI teams allow...
SciShow
A Brief History of Robotics
Why don't we have robots taking care of our every need by now? A little history of the field of robotics might help you understand how hard it is to get machines to perform tasks, and how far we've come in just a few decades.
Crash Course
Robotics
Robots aren’t like humans who can do a lot of different things. They’re designed for very specific tasks like vacuuming our homes, assembling cars in a factory, or exploring the surface of other planets. So even though it may be a while...
Curated Video
Exploring Technology: Telescopes, Observatories, Robots, and More!
In this video, the teacher explores the wonders of technology and its impact on our understanding of the universe. From telescopes to observatories, the teacher shares fascinating facts about these tools that help scientists explore...
Curated Video
Exploring Technology and the Importance of Human Connections
In this video, children learn about different types of technology and how they are used in personal transportation. The teacher emphasizes the importance of appreciating and understanding technology, while also highlighting the value of...
Curated Video
Only In China 15 - Robot Restaurant with Robotic Waiters
Robot Restaurant with Robotic Waiters:Waiting staff are replaced by brightly colored, flashing-eyed robots, providing a glimpse into the future of dining experiences in a robot-driven restaurant.
Curated Video
Exploring Energy Independence: Robots Powered by Microbial Fuel Cells
This video highlights a robotics lab at the University of West England that is researching robots capable of thinking and acting independently. They are exploring ways to make robots energy independent by developing fuel cells that can...
Mazz Media
What are Robots?
Dive into the exciting world of robotics in this educational science video for elementary students! "What is a Robot?" will spark curiosity and take students on a journey through the fascinating universe of machines that move, think, and...
Curated Video
Mobile Phone Controlled Humanoid Robot: The Future of Robotics
Introducing a groundbreaking humanoid robot controlled entirely by a mobile phone. Developed by KDDI, this tiny 29cm tall robot can perform an array of tricks and movements with just a press of a button on your phone. With the ability to...
Curated Video
Artist Collaborates with Scientists to Design Robotic Wheelchairs for Interactive Installation
In the Fishbirds Circle installation, artist Mari Villonaki collaborates with scientists to design robotic wheelchairs that can interact with people. Using a network of heterogeneous sensors, the robots are able to identify and locate...
Curated Video
Introducing Robo Sapien: A New Generation of Robotics Inspiring Future Scientists
Robo Sapien is an innovative and biomorphic robot designed by developers from China, Canada, and the UK. Unlike traditional industrial robots, Robo Sapien is based on the principles of insects, capable of performing complex tasks with a...
Curated Video
Toyota Unveils Humanoid Robot with Musical Talent
Toyota has joined the ranks of Honda and Sony in unveiling a humanoid robot with a personal touch. Standing at 1.2m tall, this bipedal robot can actually play the trumpet, showcasing the capabilities of Toyota's research into robotics....
Curated Video
The Future of Parenting: Introducing Irobi, the Multitasking Babysitting Robot
Introducing Irobi, the intelligent robot designed to revolutionize parenting in South Korea. With the ability to multitask flawlessly, entertain children, provide internet access, and even protect the house, Irobi is the ultimate...
Curated Video
The Extraordinary World of Wu Yulu: Building Robots from Scrap Metal
Meet Wu Yulu, a remarkable Chinese farm laborer with an extraordinary imagination. Despite his lack of education, he uses scrap metal to build robots and dreams of creating one with a brain. However, pursuing his ambition has come at a...
Curated Video
Robo Sapien: The Celebrity Robot Taking the Toy World by Storm
Robo Sapien is a popular celebrity robot in the techno toy world. Despite being a bit clumsy, this remote-controlled robot has taken the market by storm, selling 1.5 million units worldwide in just six months. With programmable reactions...
Curated Video
Exploring the Future of Robotics at Robo Nexus
This video explores the fascinating world of robotics at the Robo Nexus show in Santa Clara, CA. From vacuuming robots like Roomba to humanoid robots like HRP 2, the advancements in robotics technology are showcased. The video also...
Curated Video
Art Bots: Where Creativity Meets Technology
Art Bots is a unique exhibition where robots take center stage, showcasing their ability to create art, make environmental statements, dance, and express themselves in the realm of modern art. With 43 artists and 20 exhibits from seven...