Teaching Robots to Feel: Smarter Manipulation with Force-Aware Learning
![Across five manipulation tasks, a curriculum informed by force feedback-specifically, the CRAFT enhancement to both [latex]\pi_0[/latex]-base and RDT models-consistently elevates task success rates, with particularly pronounced improvements observed in scenarios demanding substantial physical contact, thus demonstrating the efficacy of force-aware fine-tuning.](https://arxiv.org/html/2602.12532v1/x4.png)
A new framework prioritizes tactile feedback to help robots master complex, contact-rich manipulation tasks.
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Beyond Chatbots: Building Truly Skilled AI Agents
![Agent skills are structured through a progressive disclosure architecture, loading information in stages to efficiently manage context window limitations while retaining access to complex procedural knowledge, with token estimations reflecting per-skill averages as detailed in prior work [35].](https://arxiv.org/html/2602.12430v1/x1.png)
A new paradigm is emerging where large language models aren’t just responding to prompts, but actively learning and applying specific skills to complete complex tasks.
Nancy Cartwright Doesn’t Want AI to Take Over Role on ‘The Simpsons’
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, voice actor Nancy Cartwright explained why she believes AI can’t replace her or other voice actors. Though she didn’t repeat Bart Simpson’s famous line, she emphasized that AI lacks the emotional range she brings to her performances. Cartwright expressed a desire to choose her successor, rather than have an AI voice model take over the role of Bart Simpson.
Solid Snake in R6 Siege X and more reveals of Year 11 seasons
As a huge Rainbow Six Siege fan, I always look forward to the Six Invitational! It’s become a tradition where the developers finally share what they have planned for the year – everything from the esports schedule to all the new content coming our way. It’s super exciting to get a peek at the future of the game!
Brook’s desperate bid to wipe ‘toxic’ dinner party scenes after ‘crossing a line’… Plus, Gia’s vicious new feud as she vows to ‘dismantle’ marriage
Behind the scenes, the show’s production was a rollercoaster. Producers faced legal issues and a surprising falling-out between participants, creating a mix of intense stress and exciting moments.
I saw Celeste Barber’s marriage split coming years ago. I’ll never forget that painful day in the Qantas lounge. It all makes sense now: AMANDA GOFF
Here goes: I don’t find comedian Celeste Barber remotely funny anymore.
Throwback crime drama hailed as ‘one of the best shows ever seen’ jumps up Netflix’s trending chart
Janine Barkin plays the matriarch of the family, nicknamed “Smurf,” and J quickly discovers she’s running a criminal enterprise in California. Even when others try to control things, J is one of the few who dares to stand up to Smurf.
Brilliant murder-mystery thriller branded “first rate TV” has topped Netflix’s UK trending chart
We described the show as a more mature version of Derry Girls. It follows three female friends who are haunted by a secret from their past. They reunite to investigate the unexpected and puzzling death of another friend they haven’t seen for a long time.
Kate Moss enjoys an off-duty day in LA as she stocks up at CVS after girls’ holiday with daughter Lila
Supermodel Kate Moss, 52, and her daughter Lila, 23, recently returned from a sunny vacation in Tulum, Mexico, where they were seen enjoying the warm weather last week.
Call the Midwife is sitting on huge news to be revealed in the BBC series’ season 15 finale
The film’s creator recently told Radio Times that Australia is a leading contender for where the movie will be filmed, but they’re also considering two other locations. They clarified it’s not that Australia is unlikely, but they’re evaluating three possibilities in total.