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Artificial Intelligence in Dresden developing to perceive emotions

In Dresden, robots are acquiring the ability to experience emotions.

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2025 September 13 . 5:38 AM

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Artificial Intelligence in Dresden developing emotional capacities

Artificial Intelligence in Dresden developing to perceive emotions

The Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS Dresden is at the forefront of several projects inspired by nature, one of which is the Nature4Nature project. This collaborative initiative, involving partners from industry and research, aims to prevent microplastics from being released into natural water cycles.

In the Nature4Nature project, the Fraunhofer IWS is developing innovative filters to trap microplastics, helping to maintain the health of our waterways. However, it's important to note that the Nature4Nature project does not involve the use of 3D printing processes, although other technologies may be employed.

A separate project at the Fraunhofer IWS, the BioGrip, is focused on mimicking the movement of fish fins to gently grip objects. This technology, which uses several 3D printing processes and special silver sensors for sensitivity, could find applications in various fields, such as harvesting robots, autonomous rovers, and sea urchin collection machines.

However, the development of these feeling robots does not form part of the Nature4Nature project. Instead, the researchers in this project draw inspiration from the abilities of certain rays, paddlefish, and suspension feeders in the oceans.

Meanwhile, the Fraunhofer IWS is also working on laser systems that engrave lotus effects and other natural tricks for repelling dirt, ice, or friction as fine patterns on surfaces. These laser systems are part of various projects at the Fraunhofer IWS that are inspired by nature.

In another groundbreaking development, researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute are developing robot hands that can feel. This technology, inspired by nature and part of a bionics approach, uses sensors to enable flexible grippers from 3D printers to grip just tightly enough to avoid damaging humans or objects. The future applications of these feeling robots could extend beyond industrial automation, potentially aiding in medical technology as well.

The interest in these nature-inspired technologies is growing in both industry and research, with the Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS Dresden collaborating with organisations such as the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden, TU Dresden, and various industrial partners in projects like "Robohand" and "SoftDex."

As these projects continue to evolve, we can look forward to a future where technologies inspired by nature play a significant role in our daily lives.