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The W02 dexterous hand, featuring 21 active degrees of freedom and full tactile feedback, represents a significant advancement in robotic manipulation. This new design is 30% smaller than its predecessor, enabling it to operate effectively in human environments, utilize human tools, and be controlle...
Top Group and Yuan Sheng Technology have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to collaborate on embodied intelligent perception and execution capabilities. This partnership aims to enhance the core technologies of tactile perception for dexterous hands and accelerate the commercialization of emb...
Tactile sensing technology is gaining prominence in the robotics industry as humanoid robots transition from exhibition spaces to factory floors. Since 2026, funding in the tactile sensing sector has exceeded 7 billion yuan, with the penetration rate of tactile sensors in commercial humanoid dextero...
At the World Robotics Conference (WRC) 2026, tactile perception emerged as a focal point, highlighting its importance in robotic interaction. Tashan Technology showcased its tactile perception loop, addressing the limitations of visual imitation learning in complex industrial environments. The compa...
Professor Yang Shuo from Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen) has founded PHANES AI, focusing on human data, tactile perception, and world model research. The startup aims to enable humanoid robots to perform agile full-body movements. A key challenge identified is the gap in current training d...
On October 11, Ledian Robot (01236) announced a partnership with Huazhong University of Science and Technology to develop flexible three-dimensional tactile perception for embodied robots. This collaboration focuses on R&D and scenario validation of advanced tactile sensor devices and array systems,...
On August 11, Shenzhen's Daimeng Robotics announced the completion of a strategic financing round worth hundreds of millions, led by Ant Group, with existing shareholders participating. This marks Daimeng's second significant funding within two months and represents Ant Group's strategic entry into...
On July 29, Yotlive, a flexible tactile sensing company, announced the completion of its Pre-A+ funding round. The round was led by Dinghe Gaoda, with participation from Changshu Qishi and Zulong Entertainment, while Yundao Capital served as the long-term exclusive financial advisor. The funds will...
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has developed a novel robotic arm architecture called EmArm, which integrates soft optical tactile skin into a rigid mechanical framework. This innovation allows robots to achieve human-like tactile perception, enabling them to respond intui...
YaoLe Technology has recently completed a Pre-A+ funding round led by Dinghe Gaoda, with participation from Changshu Automotive Trim and Zulong Entertainment. The funds will be utilized for the development of flexible fabric sensing technology, product upgrades, and scaling production of data gloves...
Sutton has announced a collaboration with Tianshan Technology to introduce "Robot Kindergarten," an innovative initiative aimed at enhancing robots' self-learning capabilities through tactile perception. This partnership seeks to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and real-world applicat...
NVIDIA's DreamZero model has achieved significant recognition by surpassing two prominent robot benchmarks, igniting discussions about the influence of world models on embodied intelligence. This development, reported recently, has drawn attention to the contrasting perspectives within the tech comm...
Humanoid robots are poised to become a common presence in households, with advancements in technology emphasizing the importance of tactile sensation for their safe and effective operation. As homes present complex, unstructured, and dynamic environments, the development of robots equipped with a se...
YIMU Technology is revolutionizing the industrial automation sector with its groundbreaking visuotactile sensing technology, which empowers robots to handle flexible assembly tasks more effectively. This innovative approach mimics human tactile feedback, enabling robots to adapt to varying productio...
Yuan Minglun, the Vice General Manager of Kunwei Technology, emphasized the growing significance of tactile feedback in the development of humanoid robots during a recent discussion. As these robots are increasingly designed to function in varied environments, the ability to perceive force accuratel...
HeShan Technology, established in late 2017, has emerged as a leader in the development of tactile sensors and algorithms specifically designed for humanoid robots. The company has successfully addressed the essential requirement for sensory perception in robotics, resulting in a remarkable achievem...
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