Researchers at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory have unveiled a innovative adaptive robot suction mechanism that draws inspiration from the biological structures of octopus suckers. This robot octopus ...

James Vincent is a senior reporter who has covered AI, robotics, and more for eight years at The Verge. When the wearer of a prosthetic arm wants to grab something, there are a number of ways they can ...

Fingerprints help to increase friction when in contact with smooth surfaces, boost grip on rough surfaces and enhance tactile sensitivity. Their moisture-regulating mechanism ensures the best possible ...

Jared K. Lepora, a 16-year-old student, has ingeniously constructed a lifelike robotic hand using primarily LEGO MINDSTORMS components.

Greater handgrip strength was associated with lower odds of having suicidal thoughts in a recent study. The study, based on data from thousands of people in South Korea, echoes an earlier finding in ...