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Recently, Singularity Intelligent Control (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. secured nearly 100 million RMB in angel round financing, led by Yinfeng Capital, with participation from Zhangjiang Ke Investment, Pudong Venture Capital, Fourier, and two listed companies. The company is innovating six-dimensional force...
Kuwai Technology made a significant appearance at the 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC) held in Beijing, showcasing its advancements in six-dimensional force sensors, joint torque sensors, and outdoor exoskeleton technology. This event, featuring over 300 global robotics companies, highlighted the i...
Blue Dot Touch Control has secured over 100 million RMB in a successful C+ round of financing, with significant backing from prominent investors including CATL and Zhiyuan Robotics. This substantial funding will be directed towards advancing product development and expanding market reach, thereby st...
Hangkai Microelectronics has introduced its latest innovation, the HKVL series six-dimensional force sensors, aimed at enhancing robotic force control. The sensors have undergone rigorous testing, showcasing remarkable performance in extreme overload scenarios and micro-force detection. This advance...
Zhejiang-based company Fulaixin Materials has entered into a strategic partnership with Zhongke Silicon Technology to procure 200,000 high-performance flexible tactile sensors. This order corresponds to the production of 40,000 industry-grade robotic hands, marking a significant step in the developm...
The US Air Force (USAF) is advancing its Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, aiming to select up to six companies from a pool of nine competing for the next generation of AI-enabled combat drones. These drones, designed to operate alongside crewed fighter aircraft, will enhance capabilities...
In May 2026, the Journal of Field Robotics published a significant study highlighting advancements in robotic technology. This research, conducted by a team of engineers and scientists, focuses on the development of autonomous robots capable of performing complex tasks in unpredictable environments....
Dismounted soldiers face significant threats in modern battlespaces dominated by drones, sensors, and advanced targeting systems. In a recent discussion at AUSA, Luke Savoie, President and CEO of Twenty Six Defense, highlighted the critical requirements for soldiers to maintain their lethality, conn...
Ant LingBot, a subsidiary of Ant Group, has launched six open-source embodied AI models as part of its dual-track strategy focusing on Visual Language Agents (VLA) and world models. This initiative aims to enhance AI capabilities while addressing the growing demand for advanced AI solutions. The si...
Researchers from the National University of Singapore have developed a soft mechanical force sensor, named ME-SOFS, which allows robots to detect touch and respond instantly without electronics. This innovation transforms applied force into fluid flow, activating soft robotic actuators and creating...
Zhu Jun and Gao Yang, prominent figures in the embodied path movement, have partnered to launch a new business aimed at developing a "physical world model." In a remarkable feat, the duo secured hundreds of millions in funding over four financing rounds within just six months. This rapid financial b...
Xinghui Sensing, a new player in the six-dimensional force sensor market, is positioning itself to cater to the growing needs of humanoid robots by developing innovative, compact, and high-precision sensors. Co-founder Shen Xinxing emphasized the industry's increasing demand for advanced technology...
In the evolving field of automation, the integration of force/torque (F/T) sensors into robotic systems has become essential for enhancing precision and safety in industrial applications. Traditional robots, which operate on pre-programmed coordinates, are now being outpaced by articulated robots eq...
The Journal of Field Robotics has published a new early view article highlighting advancements in robotic technology. The research, conducted by a team of engineers and scientists, focuses on enhancing the capabilities of autonomous robots in complex environments. This study, released in October 202...
GeForce NOW is celebrating its sixth anniversary this February, marking a significant milestone since its launch. Over the past six years, members of the cloud gaming service have streamed more than 1 billion hours of gameplay. To commemorate this occasion, GeForce NOW is introducing a series of new...
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