Houston, Texas, USA: MIT scientists have devised a way to help robots navigate environments more like humans do. In simulations, robots move through new environments by exploring, observing, and drawing from learned experiences. When moving through a crowd to reach some end goal, humans can usually navigate the space safely without thinking too much. They can learn from the behavior of others and note any obstacles to avoid. MIT researchers have now devised a way to help robots navigate environments more like humans do.