Quadrupedal robots are becoming a familiar sight, but engineers are still working out the full capabilities of these machines. Now, a group of researchers from MIT says one way to improve their ...

Formless 'slime' robots that shape-change to complete complex tasks – it sounds like science fantasy. However, MIT researchers have developed a machine-learning technique that brings shape-changing ...

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MIT's mini cheetah robot has broken its own personal best (PB) speed, hitting 8.72 mph (14.04 km/h) thanks to a new model-free reinforcement learning system that allows the robot to figure out on its ...

Reinforcement learning algorithms help AI reach goals by rewarding desirable actions. Real-world applications, like healthcare, can benefit from reinforcement learning's adaptability. Initial setup ...

Using a bunch of carrots to train a pony and rider. (Photo by: Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Andrew Barto and Richard Sutton are the recipients of the Turing Award for ...

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a niche field limited to computer science labs. From search engines and recommendation systems to healthcare diagnostics and financial modelling, AI now powers ...