At the 2026 Zhangjiang Embodied Intelligence Developer Conference, XINMING unveiled its latest innovation, the R216g 3D Vision AI module. This cutting-edge technology is specifically designed for humanoid robots and collaborative arms, boasting advanced spatial perception capabilities that ensure high precision in complex environments. The introduction of the R216g aims to significantly improve the efficiency and reliability of physical AI applications across a range of industries, reflecting XINMING's commitment to advancing robotics and artificial intelligence.
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XINMING Unveils R216g 3D Vision AI Module at Shanghai Conference
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