TL:DR: China's open-source humanoid robot, Qinglong, is set to transform household services, while AI-created artwork is breaking auction records and a touch-based plant-ID robot is revolutionizing agriculture with non-invasive technology.
In a groundbreaking event, a humanoid robot has created artwork that fetched an astonishing price at auction. This development highlights the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and the art world, challenging traditional notions of creativity and authorship. The robot, designed with advanced algorithms and mechanical precision, produced pieces that captivated collectors and art enthusiasts alike. The high auction price underscores the growing acceptance and value of AI-generated art in contemporary culture.
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a robotic system capable of identifying plant species by analyzing unique electrical signals emitted when their leaves are touched. The robot has achieved an impressive accuracy rate of 97.7% in distinguishing between plant species. This method leverages the natural bioelectrical properties of plants, providing a novel, non-invasive approach to plant identification.
Founded in 2018, Lucid Bots Inc. is an AI robotics company that is committed to uplifting humanity by building the world's most productive and responsible robots that can do dangerous and demanding tasks. Headquartered in Charlotte, the company engineers, manufactures, and supports its products domestically, which include the Sherpa, a cleaning drone, and the Lavo Bot, a pressure-washing robot. Lucid Bots' products are elevating safety and efficiency for a growing number of customers around the world. Lucid is a Y Combinator-backed company, with investments from Cubit Capital, Idea Fund Partners, Danu Ventures, and others. Lucid Bots was recently recognized as the 4th fastest growing manufacturing company in the United States.