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On August 12, two papers on robotic motion control were published in Science Robotics, showcasing contrasting approaches by NVIDIA and Boston Dynamics. The RAI Institute and Boston Dynamics introduced the ZEST framework, which enables zero-shot embodied skill transfer and motion imitation, allowing...
Motion Controls Robotics, Inc. (MCRI) has announced an expansion of its automation portfolio by integrating new specialized automation technologies and intellectual property. This enhancement includes capabilities in tire manufacturing automation, robotic painting, precision fluid application, surfa...
The article published in Science Robotics discusses the evolution of humanoid locomotion control, highlighting significant advancements in this field. It emphasizes the importance of developing more efficient and adaptable control systems for humanoid robots, which can enhance their functionality in...
Researchers have created a robotic material capable of synchronizing the movement of 37 connected units without relying on an external timing signal. This innovative system, built from a two-dimensional honeycomb structure and an elastic ring, utilizes interactions among its components to develop re...
On October 12, the 2026 China International Industry Fair (CIIF 2026) commenced at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. Huayan Robotics showcased its latest advancements in embodied intelligence, visual application upgrades, collaborative performance enhancements, and ecologica...
Elmo Motion Control has unveiled its latest innovations, the Titanium multi-axis motion controller family and the Platinum servo drive series. These products integrate multi-axis control, high computing power, and functional safety into a compact design, enabling machine builders to enhance performa...
At the Humanoid Robots Summit 2026 in Stuttgart, FMC³ Robotics, Vector Informatik, and PEM Motion signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a standardized data infrastructure for industrial embodied AI. This collaboration aims to enhance the collection, processing, training, validation, deploy...
SemiDrive and Radxa have unveiled the RoboX D9M, a compact robot motion controller measuring 100 x 100 mm. This innovative controller is powered by the ASIL-B D9-Max chip, which boasts 12 CPU cores and an 8 TOPS NPU, along with support for EtherCAT and CAN-FD protocols. Additionally, the RoboX D9M c...
Gecko Robotics Inc. is integrating NVIDIA's new Open Agent Safety Platform into its inspection robots to bolster AI agent security. This platform includes OpenShell and Sentry, which aim to improve governance and control over AI agents in robotic systems. Recent incidents involving AI agents have pr...
Fao Robotics and Boyin Hechuang have signed a significant agreement for the delivery of 2,000 humanoid force-control arms on September 22, 2026. The signing ceremony was attended by key executives, including Fao Robotics Chairman Yao Ting and Boyin Hechuang CEO Ren Jingwei, marking a milestone in th...
Aetina Corporation has announced the general availability of its DeviceEdge AIE-KT78 and AIE-KT68 edge AI systems. These systems support local multimodal generative AI, LLM, VLM, and VLA model execution, enabling seamless integration with high-resolution sensors, motors, joints, and actuators throug...
ZhiYuan has launched the AGILE 2.0 model, known as the AGIBOT Generative Intelligent Locomotion Engine, enabling robots to perceive, plan, and move with human-like agility. The innovative short film 'Acrobat BOT' showcases the robot's ability to perform complex tasks, such as jumping through fire ho...
AIR VEV Inc. has formed a strategic partnership with Elmo Motion Control Ltd. to integrate high-performance motion control systems into its Heavy Lift UAS. Elmo's Gold HV drive will enhance the AIR 120D cargo drone's electric propulsion motors, ensuring precise control and efficiency. This collabora...
BeyondMimic has transitioned from a focus on motion tracking to developing versatile humanoid control through guided diffusion techniques. This advancement signifies a major leap in robotics, allowing for more sophisticated and adaptable humanoid robots that can respond to complex environments and t...
A recent review published in the Journal of Field Robotics examines hexapod locomotion across both structured and unstructured terrains. The study highlights advancements in modeling, control strategies, and validation techniques for hexapod robots, providing a comprehensive overview of current meth...
The research published in Science Robotics details SONIC's advancements in motion tracking technology aimed at improving humanoid whole-body control. This development is significant as it addresses the challenges of achieving natural and fluid movements in humanoid robots, which is crucial for their...
On August 5, 2026, Diguwa Robotics and GigaDevice jointly launched a full-stack control system for six-axis collaborative robots, built on the Sunrise S600 and GD32H77R technologies. This initiative marks a significant milestone in their strategic partnership, providing a standardized solution for v...
Regal Rexnord has introduced a new collaborative robotics solution that integrates its motion control brands with FANUC's CRX series. This solution utilizes Thomson linear motion technology, Boston Gear gearheads, Huco couplings, and Kollmorgen motors and software, allowing for the deployment of the...
Google DeepMind recently launched Gemini Robotics 2, an advanced version of its vision-language-action model. This iteration features intelligent whole-body control, enabling robots to perform complex tasks such as walking, crouching, and object manipulation. The model can adapt to new robotic bodie...
The Journal of Field Robotics has published a comprehensive review focusing on wall-climbing robots, detailing their environmental adaptation, adhesion mechanisms, and motion control strategies. This review highlights the various technologies employed in these robots to navigate vertical surfaces ef...
Robotic systems are increasingly capable of perceiving, choosing, and altering their behavior autonomously, without human intervention. This shift towards autonomy enhances adaptability in various environments such as warehouses and labs, but it also raises significant concerns regarding safety and...
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has developed a groundbreaking single-tendon-driven continuum robot, addressing the longstanding challenges in minimally invasive medical applications. This innovative design utilizes a single eccentrically arranged tendon to achieve near omnidirectional mo...
Tombot, a robotics company based in Los Angeles, has announced the completion of a $7 million Series A3 funding round led by Caduceus Capital Partners and Wavemaker 360. This brings the company's total funding to over $13 million, with more than 23,000 preorders for Jennie, an AI-driven robotic Labr...
MIT engineers have created an innovative ultrasound wristband that allows wearers to control a robotic hand through their own movements. This wristband captures real-time images of the wrist's muscles and tendons, translating them into the positions of the fingers and palm using an AI algorithm. Dem...
Researchers have successfully tested a tongue-controlled robotic hand exoskeleton that integrates soft robotics and electrical stimulation. This innovative device aims to assist individuals with spinal cord injuries in achieving effective grasping, demonstrating a remarkable 96% success rate in tria...
AI-controlled drones have reached speeds of 100 km/h, surpassing human competitors in recent trials. This achievement highlights the advancements in drone technology and AI integration, showcasing the potential for enhanced performance in various applications. The significance of this development l...
Timken Precision Drives has introduced a range of motion technologies aimed at humanoid robot developers. The company emphasizes the importance of balancing torque, speed, stiffness, weight, positioning accuracy, and space constraints in designing effective motion systems for humanoids. By leveragin...
ABB Robotics has expanded its OmniCore EyeMotion platform by introducing the AI Robot Trainer, which simplifies the deployment and scaling of AI-powered vision applications. This enhancement integrates image acquisition, AI model training, deployment, and continuous improvement into a single industr...
Mosrac Motor Co., Ltd. specializes in custom frameless motor solutions tailored to various applications, focusing on torque, voltage, size, structure, and materials. Their engineers collaborate with clients to design motors that meet specific requirements, making Mosrac a reliable partner for high-p...
Vishay Precision Group, Inc. (VPG) will showcase its custom force and torque sensing solutions for humanoid robotics at RoboBusiness 2026. As humanoid robots transition from research environments to practical applications in factories and homes, the need for precise real-time feedback is paramount f...
Runway, a prominent developer of generative AI video technology, is venturing into robotics with the introduction of Praxis-1, an open-weight AI model. This model is designed to leverage knowledge gained from video to control physical robots, allowing developers to download and adapt it independentl...
A new development in soft robotics has introduced a continuous artificial muscle that mimics the dexterous motion of an octopus. This innovation allows for local control of movement, enabling one part of a soft robot to navigate around obstacles while another part can reach into tight spaces to gras...
Lashi has successfully delivered its 10,000th humanoid force-controlled robotic arm, marking a significant milestone in the development of robotics for physics AI applications. This achievement highlights the company's commitment to advancing technology in the field of humanoid robotics. The delive...
Jake Loosararian, CEO of Gecko Robotics, highlights the importance of human oversight in the evolving landscape of physical AI. He emphasizes that as autonomous systems become more integrated into real-world applications, particularly in military and industrial environments, maintaining human contro...
The integration of cameras, grippers, controllers, and application software is crucial for effective robotics deployment. When these components are tailored for a specific workcell, adapting them for different tasks or products often requires extensive rework. This challenge highlights the need for...
A research team from ETH Zurich has developed a magnetic-controlled flexible endoscope robot platform, successfully validating its navigation and ablation capabilities in a live sheep model for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) laser surgery. This condition affects 10% to 15% of twin pregnanc...
QBit Semiconductor, a Taiwan-based fabless IC design leader, announced its roadmap for robotics and drone chipsets at SEMICON Taiwan 2026. This initiative focuses on integrating Physical AI control capabilities, particularly through their QB88XX series, which includes advanced motion control and ima...
The integration of pressure sensors into robotic grippers, such as the UMI gripper from XELA Robotics, significantly improves gripping accuracy. Unlike traditional methods that rely solely on motor current and position, pressure sensors provide critical real-time data on contact interactions, enabli...
Hebbian Robotics has launched HFlow 0.2.4, a preliminary version of its open-source tool aimed at robotic data quality control. The software organizes videos, joint states, actions, and timestamps used for training models, while tracking transformations applied to each episode. Robotic teams often a...
Google has launched Gemini Robotics 2, a sophisticated robotics model that enables humanoid robots to perform full-body movements and complex tasks. This system allows for coordination among multiple robots and adapts to various robot designs with minimal training. The new capabilities extend beyond...
Google DeepMind has announced the launch of Gemini Robotics 2, an advanced AI model capable of controlling humanoid robots from 'feet to fingertips.' This new version enhances the robot's ability to perform a variety of actions, including walking, crouching, and manipulating objects, significantly e...
AMD has introduced the Kria module and Ryzen AI Embedded X100 series, aimed at enhancing real-time control and processing for robotics applications. The new platform promises deterministic performance with unified memory architecture, targeting both firm and hard real-time control through advanced o...
BXI Robotics has successfully raised funding from Suochen Technology, following support from Feirongda. This funding will enhance BXI's capabilities in providing full-stack original design manufacturing (ODM) solutions for humanoid robots, which include self-developed motors, controls, and algorithm...
The IH520 Series has been introduced as a slim incremental hollow shaft encoder, specifically engineered to deliver accurate motion feedback for compact robotics and motion control applications. This innovative device is particularly suited for environments with restricted space and the need for con...
The automation of grinding and surface finishing for large fabricated parts is gaining attention as a solution to the challenges posed by traditional methods, which are often characterized as dull, dirty, and dangerous. However, the implementation of robotic systems in this area presents significant...
Allient is set to showcase its advanced motion and control technologies at the Robotics Summit & Expo taking place this week in Boston. The company aims to highlight its innovative systems, which are designed to enhance robotic applications and improve operational efficiency. This exhibition represe...
Regal Rexnord is set to showcase its advanced motion control portfolio at the upcoming Robotics Summit. The event will highlight how the company’s unified motion ecosystem enhances the design of modern robotic systems. This demonstration aims to illustrate the innovative solutions Regal Rexnord offe...
In September, OpenAI unveiled GPT-6 Astra, its most advanced model to date, which quickly demonstrated its capabilities by controlling robotic arms for various tasks. Third-party tests by Robocurve revealed that Astra achieved a remarkable 95% success rate in simple tasks, outperforming competitors...
On October 14, 2026, H2L Corporation announced the launch of its domestic Physical AI, BodySharing Physical AI, which learns unique human sensory data. This system generates control signals for autonomous robots by learning data related to posture, movement, and force application, achieving a 95% su...
Odyssey, an AI research company, has launched Odyssey-3, its most advanced world model to date. This model represents a major leap towards general-purpose intelligence, enabling systems to understand, predict, and interact with both physical and virtual environments. Odyssey-3 can control robots, hu...
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