Daily Robot News
May 15, 2026
As warfare and logistics become entwined with humanoid advancements, one can't help but wonder if the real revolution will be not just in what these robots can do, but what we expect them to protect.
Summary
Humanoid Robotics and Automation Advances
Unitree unveiled a Transformer-like robot, Figure AI sorted 22,000 packages in a 17-hour shift, AI robot changed tires in half the time!
Autonomous Vehicles and Safety Concerns
Waymo recalled 3,500 vehicles after a Texas flood incident, Waymo also recalled robotaxis after similar events, TÜV SÜD certified Mobileye's safety approach for SAE Level 4 autonomy!
Humanoids and Global Robotics Insights
China's humanoid robotics race aims to dominate the field, David Muir interacted with humanoids in China, Ukrainian forces are innovating in robot-assisted warfare!
In Other Robot News
Man was disappointed by a robot dog's performance, Figure AI 03 worked without breaks for over 30 hours, Locomotion research on modular robots continues to advance!