Mecanum wheels are popular choices for everything from robots to baggage handling equipment in airports. Depending on their direction of rotation, they can generate forces in any planar direction, ...

BOT or NOT? This special series explores the evolving relationship between humans and machines, examining the ways that robots, artificial intelligence and automation are impacting our work and lives.

In recent times, there’s a lot of talk about work culture, stress, and the idea that technology could replace human jobs. Phrases like “Are you a robot?” or “Why are you working like a machine?” are ...