Helping robots grasp the unpredictable
MIT CSAIL’s frugal deep-learning model infers the hidden physical properties of objects, then adapts to find the most stable grasps for robots in unstructured environments like homes and fulfillment centers.
Department
Aeronautics and Astronautics
A technique for more effective multipurpose robots
With generative AI models, researchers combined robotics data from different sources to help robots learn better.
School of Engineering welcomes new faculty
Fifteen new faculty members join six of the school’s academic departments.
School of Engineering first quarter 2024 awards
Faculty and researchers across MIT’s School of Engineering receive many awards in recognition of their scholarship, service, and overall excellence.
AEROS CubeSat launches to study ocean health
Portugal’s second-ever satellite was developed in collaboration with the MIT Portugal Program.
Robotic “SuperLimbs” could help moonwalkers recover from falls
A new MIT system could help astronauts conserve energy and extend missions on the lunar surface.
3 Questions: Technology roadmapping in teaching and industry
Professor Olivier de Weck's approach combines quantitative engineering analysis and strategic thinking to drive innovation.
Four from MIT named 2024 Knight-Hennessy Scholars
The fellowship funds graduate studies at Stanford University.
Julie Shah named head of the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
An expert in robotics and AI, Shah succeeds Steven Barrett at AeroAstro.
Seven from MIT elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2024
The prestigious honor society announces more than 250 new members.
Study demonstrates efficacy of MIT-led Brave Behind Bars program
Programming course for incarcerated people boosts digital literacy and self-efficacy, highlighting potential for reduced recidivism.
Ian Waitz named vice president for research
The former vice chancellor for undergraduate and graduate education will leverage more than 30 years of experience at the Institute to oversee MIT’s research activities.
Twenty-three MIT faculty honored as “Committed to Caring” for 2023-25
The honor recognizes professors for their outstanding mentorship of graduate students.
New flight procedures to reduce noise from aircraft departing and arriving at Boston Logan Airport
The results of a six-year collaboration between MIT researchers, the FAA, and Massport will reduce aircraft noise in local communities while maintaining or improving fuel efficiency.
“Nanostitches” enable lighter and tougher composite materials
In research that may lead to next-generation airplanes and spacecraft, MIT engineers used carbon nanotubes to prevent cracking in multilayered composites.