Notes on robotics, with occasional URML.https://urml.dev/en-ushttps://urml.dev/blog/field-notes-first-robot-runs-urml/https://urml.dev/blog/field-notes-first-robot-runs-urml/A community member's GoPiGo3 became the first robot outside the project to run a validated URML program. It drove off when he typed -h, exposing an actuation footgun in our own demo, which we fixed the same day.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTEngineeringgopigo3robotsafetyvalidate-before-actuatefield-notescommunityhttps://urml.dev/blog/field-notes-urml-on-a-raspberry-pi/https://urml.dev/blog/field-notes-urml-on-a-raspberry-pi/A community member ran URML's English-to-intent translation on a Raspberry Pi with a sub-1GB local model. What it taught us about small-model limits, and the fixes the exchange shipped.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTEngineeringedgellmollamaraspberry-pivalidatorfield-noteshttps://urml.dev/blog/urml-v0-2-0-fleets-and-a-wider-manifest/https://urml.dev/blog/urml-v0-2-0-fleets-and-a-wider-manifest/URML v0.2.0: multi-robot fleets across Layers 1/3/4, plus a wider capability manifest (whole-body, AV trajectories, real-time timing, zero-copy IPC, legged drive-types). Additive, backward-compatible.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTURMLreleasev0.2.0fleetmanifestspechttps://urml.dev/blog/mit-researchers-develop-hand-gesture-system-for-robot-training/https://urml.dev/blog/mit-researchers-develop-hand-gesture-system-for-robot-training/Researchers at MIT created an AI-powered system that allows humans to train robots using intuitive hand gestures, simplifying programming.Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchroboticsaihuman-robot-interactiontrainingmithttps://urml.dev/blog/humanoid-robot-cleans-first-us-apartment/https://urml.dev/blog/humanoid-robot-cleans-first-us-apartment/A humanoid robot recently performed a range of household tasks, including cleaning and organizing, inside a US apartment.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchhumanoiddomestic-roboticshome-automationcleaningmanipulationhttps://urml.dev/blog/google-and-fanuc-advance-industrial-robotics-with-ai-integrations/https://urml.dev/blog/google-and-fanuc-advance-industrial-robotics-with-ai-integrations/Google Cloud and Fanuc are collaborating to integrate generative AI and computer vision into industrial automation platforms.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTVendorindustrial-roboticsaimanufacturingautomationgoogle-cloudhttps://urml.dev/blog/humanoid-robots-demonstrate-advanced-dexterity-and-mobility/https://urml.dev/blog/humanoid-robots-demonstrate-advanced-dexterity-and-mobility/Recent video footage highlights significant advancements in humanoid robotics, showcasing robots performing complex manipulation and navigation tasks.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchhumanoid-robotsbipedalmanipulationmobilityautomationhttps://urml.dev/blog/physical-ai-s-rapid-ascent-and-overlooked-impact/https://urml.dev/blog/physical-ai-s-rapid-ascent-and-overlooked-impact/Physical artificial intelligence and robotics are advancing quickly, poised to significantly transform industries and daily life.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTEcosystemphysical-airoboticsautomationwarehousingartificial-intelligencehttps://urml.dev/blog/a-neural-blueprint-for-intelligence-in-soft-robots/https://urml.dev/blog/a-neural-blueprint-for-intelligence-in-soft-robots/New research explores a computational framework that enables soft robots to develop human-like intelligence and adaptive behaviors.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchsoft-roboticsartificial-intelligenceresearchadaptive-controlhuman-robot-interactionhttps://urml.dev/blog/bmw-integrates-humanoid-robots-into-german-production/https://urml.dev/blog/bmw-integrates-humanoid-robots-into-german-production/BMW is deploying humanoid robots in its German manufacturing plants to enhance efficiency and address operational needs.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTVendorhumanoid-robotsmanufacturingautomotivelogisticsautomationhttps://urml.dev/blog/fleets-classrooms-and-the-hardware-seam/https://urml.dev/blog/fleets-classrooms-and-the-hardware-seam/A week of URML: a multi-robot fleet slice with static cross-robot safety, a four-platform classroom runtime, outreach down to the ros2_control hardware seam, and two threads that became spec bindings.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTURMLfleetmulti-roboteducationros2-controloutreachspechttps://urml.dev/blog/openai-s-entry-into-robotics-impacts-humanoid-robot-competition/https://urml.dev/blog/openai-s-entry-into-robotics-impacts-humanoid-robot-competition/The growing field of humanoid robotics sees a new competitive dynamic as OpenAI reportedly enters the sector, potentially impacting established efforts like Tesla's Optimus.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTEcosystemhumanoid-roboticsartificial-intelligencerobot-competitionrobot-developmenthttps://urml.dev/blog/beginner-course-explores-building-and-training-ai-robotic-arms/https://urml.dev/blog/beginner-course-explores-building-and-training-ai-robotic-arms/A new online course provides a comprehensive guide for beginners on how to build and train robotic arms using artificial intelligence.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTEngineeringroboticsairobotic-armtrainingautomationhttps://urml.dev/blog/jonathan-hurst-on-the-future-of-humanoid-robotics/https://urml.dev/blog/jonathan-hurst-on-the-future-of-humanoid-robotics/Jonathan Hurst discusses how embodied AI is enabling humanoid robots to reshape labor and partner with humans in complex environments.Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchhumanoid-robotsembodied-airoboticsfuture-of-workagility-roboticshttps://urml.dev/blog/20-legged-robot-moves-like-a-sea-urchin/https://urml.dev/blog/20-legged-robot-moves-like-a-sea-urchin/A new multi-legged robot, inspired by sea urchins, demonstrates advanced locomotion capabilities and adaptability across various terrains.Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchmulti-legged-robotlocomotionresearchadaptabilitymobile-roboticshttps://urml.dev/blog/nasa-s-2028-moon-base-plans-include-robotic-fleet/https://urml.dev/blog/nasa-s-2028-moon-base-plans-include-robotic-fleet/NASA's 2028 moon base plans involve a diverse robotic fleet, including landers, buggies, and drones for lunar operations.Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchlunar-explorationspace-roboticsnasamulti-robot-systemsstandardshttps://urml.dev/blog/a-20-000-humanoid-robot-aims-for-home-chores-and-care/https://urml.dev/blog/a-20-000-humanoid-robot-aims-for-home-chores-and-care/A new humanoid robot is presented as a solution for household chores and personal care, targeting a $20,000 price point.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTVendorhumanoidhome-roboticsconsumer-roboticspersonal-careautomationhttps://urml.dev/blog/gemini-ai-expands-robot-capabilities/https://urml.dev/blog/gemini-ai-expands-robot-capabilities/Advanced AI models like Gemini are enabling robots to understand complex natural language commands and perform sophisticated tasks.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchroboticsaimachine-learninghuman-robot-interactionhttps://urml.dev/blog/google-previews-ai-agents-for-robotics/https://urml.dev/blog/google-previews-ai-agents-for-robotics/Google's Project Astra demonstrates how multimodal AI agents powered by Gemini can understand context and control robots for everyday tasks.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTVendorgooglegeminiproject-astraai-agentsroboticshttps://urml.dev/blog/hyundai-motor-group-establishes-new-robotics-and-factory-software-units/https://urml.dev/blog/hyundai-motor-group-establishes-new-robotics-and-factory-software-units/Hyundai Motor Group has created dedicated units to advance its software-defined factory initiatives and develop robot components.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTVendorroboticsmanufacturingsoftware-definedindustrial-automationcomponentshttps://urml.dev/blog/robots-at-home-future-helpers-for-daily-life/https://urml.dev/blog/robots-at-home-future-helpers-for-daily-life/Robotics promises to transform household tasks, with advanced robots performing chores from cleaning to organizing, making home life more efficient.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTEcosystemhome-roboticsdomestic-robotshumanoid-robotsrobot-applicationsfuture-techhttps://urml.dev/blog/roly-poly-robot-with-dandelion-drones-proposed-for-mars-tunnels/https://urml.dev/blog/roly-poly-robot-with-dandelion-drones-proposed-for-mars-tunnels/Scientists propose a spherical robot that deploys tiny 'dandelion drones' to explore hidden lava tubes and tunnels on Mars.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTResearchmarsspace-explorationroboticsdronesresearch