http://www.psfk.com Your Go-To Source For New Ideas And Inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:00:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/voice-interface-robot-conversation.html Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:45:31 +0000 Author says that in 2010 we should finally have a proper conversation with a robot.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/wireless-stuffed-animals.html Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:00:58 +0000 Pinoky animates regular toys, causing them to move their limbs, ears, tail, etc.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/robots-help-patrol-the-us-mexican-border-for-drug-smugglers-headlines.html Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:00:10 +0000 The latest technology is helping Border Guards investigate the drug tunnels through which the illegal product is moved.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/the-future-of-learning-open-source-education.html Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:46:29 +0000 The key to providing access to and engaging people in fun and fulfilling education is to create shared communities that reward participation.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/ariel-waldman-can-we-hack-space-so-everyone-can-explore-the-cosmos-video.html Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:18:21 +0000 The founder of SpaceHack.org spoke at PSFK CONFERENCE SAN FRANCISCO about how open source participation can help us to cross seemingly insurmountable barriers.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/pr2-robot-will-buy-you-a-subway-sandwich-for-lunch.html Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:14:52 +0000 Robot PR2 can make inferences about what it doesn't know based upon similar objects and its environment.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/musical-robot-lost-in-neverending-twirl-video.html Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:11:13 +0000 A new film series create a create image and sound collaboration to depict the mechanics and music of time.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/sci-fi-short-jouet-asks-can-robots-feel-real-love-video.html Tue, 12 Jul 2011 18:37:18 +0000 Filmmaker Mike Buonaiuto tells a dark, futuristic tale about synthetic humans.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/robots-of-brixton-animation-feature-echoes-1981-riots.html Fri, 01 Jul 2011 13:36:57 +0000 A filmmaker's bring to life his unique vision of a degenerated London district inhabited by struggling robots and calls out the 1981 riots.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/biomimetical-engineering-brings-jelly-like-muscles-to-robots.html Fri, 29 Apr 2011 09:10:45 +0000 Technology imitates life: Stretchy artificial muscles could allow Robits to be more flexible and lifelike than ever.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/playful-robot-inspires-charitable-donations.html Mon, 25 Apr 2011 16:57:04 +0000 A friendly robot that helps collect donations is one of the latest development in human-machine interactions.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/zenrobotics-intelligent-recycling-robot.html Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:52:52 +0000 The machine quickly analyzes data based around a learning algorithm modeled on the human cerebellum.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/german-factory-uses-robots-to-grow-human-skin.html Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:56:52 +0000 The German facility mass-produces skin for clinical research and transplants.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/xbox-360-controllers-guide-robots-at-fukushima.html Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:36:52 +0000 The control pads are being used to direct robots around dangerous areas at the nuclear plant.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/03/cloud-computing-for-robots.html Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:42:42 +0000 Researchers are now finding ways for robots to utilize cloud computing as a means of accessing immense amounts of data that would allow them to perform a variety of flexible roles.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/02/sleepwalking-robotic-dream-playback.html Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:01:23 +0000 An art project that investigates human-robot relationships links up sleeping humans and the lifelike machines. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/02/paving-the-way-for-human-robot-marriage.html Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:46:06 +0000 The gay-marriage debate has taken an unusual turn with the idea of robot-marriage raised.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/02/johnny-chung-lees-homemade-video-chat-robot.html Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:54:19 +0000 The tech innovator presents a useful DIY robotics hack.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/02/the-robot-internet.html Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:31:26 +0000 Scientists are exploring whether Robots can 'intuitively' share information with each other, independent of human command. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/01/robots-evolving-in-small-steps-adapt-better-to-new-environments.html Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:23:05 +0000 A computer simulation experiment on how to make robots adapt better to new situations.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/01/the-dangers-of-social-technology.html Tue, 18 Jan 2011 20:21:27 +0000 In her new book "Alone Together: Why We Expect More From Technology and Less From Each Other," MIT ethnographer Sherry Turkle explores the dangers of an overly tech-obsessed culture.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/11/genetic-algorithms-generate-bespoke-3d-printed-robots.html Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:48:26 +0000 German tech institute ushers self replicating robots into reality.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/11/human-like-robot-actor-premiers-in-play-video.html Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:00:13 +0000 The Geminoid F performed in the Japanese play "Sayonara" alongside a human actor.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/11/a-tickle-sensitive-robot.html Mon, 08 Nov 2010 17:57:26 +0000 A researcher explores robotic devices that can "experience" human-like sensations.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/10/video-the-engineering-of-a-pop-star.html Tue, 19 Oct 2010 12:22:09 +0000 Pop music meet robotics with the HRP-4C.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/robots-an-update.html Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:30:38 +0000 Robot iPads, LCD Soundsystem's Party Robot and a Sculpture Robot.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/robot-as-an-exercise-coach.html Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:56:15 +0000 A socially assistive device aims to encourage people to lead an active life.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/robot-generated-toilet-symbols.html Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:31:59 +0000 A robotic drawing machines creates new signage based on lavatory occupants. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/future-of-work-5-promising-careers.html Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:56:47 +0000 An exercise exploring possible areas of expertise that will be in demand in the near future.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/09/artificial-skin-enables-robots-to-touch-and-feel-objects.html Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:16:02 +0000 A recent innovation gives a new, human-like sense to robots.]]>