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Humans ‘Catch’ Fear From Robots That Breathe Like They’re Scared

Mar 12, 2026 | Robots

We’ve all instinctively clung to another person when frightened, if only as a child clutching our mother’s hand. But if that person is scared, too, this behavior may not have the desired calming effect. And a new study, published in the journal Emotion,...

These Self-Configuring Modular Robots May One Day Rule The World

Mar 12, 2026 | Robots

We were fascinated to read a recent paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences on what the authors are calling “reconfigurable modular robots.” As the name suggests, these robots are composed of multiple parts that can be configured in...

What Makes Automotive Ethernet Different?

Mar 11, 2026 | Auto Industry, Auto Tech, Automotive Ethernet, Training

AUTOMOTIVE ETHERNET FROM INTREPID CONTROL SYSTEMS When most people hear “Ethernet,” they picture the familiar eight‑wire RJ45 connector used in offices and homes. But as Intrepid COO Colt Correa explains, that’s not what you’ll find inside a modern vehicle. “Fifteen...

Smart Mobility Today: 9 March 2026

Mar 9, 2026 | Smart Mobility Today

I was born, raised, married, had children, and lived in Detroit. I am a major Detroit booster and Great Lakes protector and champion. I have camped on the edge of Lake Huron every summer for 45 years. One of my favorite things to do is show newbies a Great Lake. Their...

Ford Pivot To Grid Batteries: The $6B BlueOval SK Plan

Mar 9, 2026 | Batteries, Data Centers, Detroit, Featured

Western automakers, and especially US auto manufacturers, have struggled to adapt to the EV revolution initially brought globally by Tesla, then by Chinese brands, and then by the rest of the industry. One reason has been a question of branding, as the legacy...