Researchers have demonstrated the first successful vertical liftoff of a humanoid robot — a major step toward flying robots that mimic human capabilities. The new robot, dubbed iRonCub MK3, uses four ...

"While the original versions were used to develop and test components in isolation – such as jetpack design, estimation algorithms, or aerodynamic learning – iRonCub3 is the first complete system to ...

New footage shows an expressionless iRonCub MK3 robot taking off using four thrusters — two where its arms should be and two in a jetpack on its back. When you purchase through links on our site, we ...