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Learn inner workings of MLB’s robot umpires

Robot umpires are coming to MLB. Here's how they work

Robot umpires are coming to the big leagues in 2026 after Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee on Tuesday approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System. ABS will be introduced in the form of a challenge system in which the human umpire makes each call,

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Explaining automatic balls and strikes 'robot umpires' system coming to MLB in 2026

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MLB approves robot umpires for challenge system next season

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Red Sox News & Links: Automated Ball Strike Challenge sytem coming to MLB in 2026

Major League Baseball announced yesterday that the automated ball-strike challenge system will be implemented in the 2026 season, complete with a corporate partnership with T-Mobile.

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SF Giants discuss implementation of robo umps coming to MLB in ’26

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Cubs react to robot umpires coming to MLB, make suggestions on challenge system

These 'Hiking Robots' Could Be Boon For Search and Rescue

Until now, robots have been able to walk on flat surfaces. Even then, they've needed almost constant human guidance. These models can handle rough ground.

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Scientists study how people would react to a neurotic robot personality in real life

Neurotic robots are a staple of science fiction. One study recently found that neurotic traits in a robot can make them seem more relatable. In science fiction, robots can be neurotic. Think "Star Wars" and C-3PO. (SOUNDBITE OF FILM, "STAR WARS: EPISODE IV ...

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How An AI Robot Helped Silent Kids Speak

For obvious reasons, current educational technology is focussed on AI tutors and platforms that promise personalized learning. But even with all that innovation, giving meaningful, scalable support to neurodiverse students is one area that remains ...

ABS Challenge System Coming to MLB in 2026

MLB announced that they will implement a challenge system for balls and strikes beginning in 2026. Major League players were able to test the system during Spring Training in 2025, as well as the All-Star Game.