This new generation of GelSight’s mobile device offers a sleek form-factor that is one-third lighter and less than half the volume of its predecessor, allowing it to scan surfaces in tighter spaces, while maintaining accuracy, speed, and field of view.

A new machine-learning system costs less, generates less waste, and can be more innovative than manual discovery methods.

“SensiCut,” a smart material-sensing platform for laser cutters, can differentiate between 30 materials commonly found in makerspaces and workshops.

“Programmable matter” technique could enable product designers to churn out prototypes with ease.

New system enables realistic variations in glossiness across a 3D-printed surface. The advance could aid fine art reproduction and the design of prosthetics.

MIT study shows the power of adaptive training tools, like a basketball hoop that shrinks and raises as you make shots.

Technologies like robots and artificial intelligence could partner with humans, not oust them from work, research and business leaders say.