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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...
In recent weeks, the tactile sensing sector has seen a surge in funding, with multiple startups announcing financing ranging from millions to hundreds of millions. This trend highlights the growing importance of tactile sensing in robotics, particularly as humanoid robots evolve from merely standing...
Daimon Robotics is creating an infrastructure layer aimed at enhancing tactile intelligence in robotics. The company recognizes that visual systems alone are insufficient for robots to understand physical interactions, especially when handling flexible or delicate objects. By building a comprehensiv...
A research team at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has created the Embodied Sensorimotor Robotic Arm (EmArm), which features whole-arm tactile sensing and adaptive manipulation capabilities. This innovative arm incorporates a soft optical tactile skin embedded into its rob...
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...
Daimon Robotics is showcasing its tactile intelligence infrastructure and advancements in dexterous robotic manipulation at IROS 2026 in Pittsburgh. The company emphasizes its full-stack physical AI capabilities under the theme 'From Touch to Intelligence.' This presentation highlights the growing i...
Recently, a prominent investor reflected on a past misjudgment regarding Pasini, a company valued at under 100 million yuan six years ago. At that time, the investor believed the market for robotic tactile perception was too small and the scenarios too limited, leading to a decision against investin...
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...
Hangkai Microelectronics has developed a range of tactile sensors adhering to aerospace standards, including a 99 yuan three-dimensional tactile sensor and a 1888 yuan high-precision six-dimensional force sensor. Their new HKVR-TG9801 adaptive gripper features native tactile sensing and all-scenario...
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...
The global robotics community is facing a significant challenge: the lack of real physical interaction data, particularly tactile data. While visual datasets and first-person videos are becoming increasingly common, the industry struggles to gather the nuanced feedback from tactile interactions with...
XinZhi Embodied and Fudan University have published three technical reports that detail 30,000 hours of tactile data aimed at enhancing embodied intelligence in robotics. This research addresses the critical gap in touch sensing capabilities that has hindered effective robot manipulation. The signi...
Generative Bionics has introduced the Gene.01 humanoid robot at AMD Advancing AI 2026, marking its U.S. debut. Developed in six months, Gene.01 features full-body tactile sensing integrated with physics-native AI, allowing it to interpret and respond to its environment effectively. This innovation...
Yimu Tech, a Chinese company specializing in tactile sensing hardware and software, has successfully raised over RMB1 billion in a Series E financing round. This funding elevates the company's valuation to over RMB10 billion and was supported by various leading RMB and USD funds, along with industri...
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...
A new framework has been proposed for tactile-based proximity sensing of buried objects using granular media jamming. This method aims to enhance the detection capabilities of robotic systems in challenging environments where traditional sensing methods may fail. The significance of this framework...
Researchers from Japan's JAIST and King's College London have developed EleTac, a soft robotic gripper inspired by the trunk of an elephant. This innovative design integrates grasping, external tactile perception, and proprioception within a single soft structure. The gripper can manipulate various...
Recent advancements in humanoid robotics highlight fine-motor manipulation as a significant challenge, surpassing the complexity of walking on uneven surfaces. Engineers face the daunting task of replicating the human hand's dexterity, strength, and reliability, which involves intricate systems of s...
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...
Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Laboratory has introduced the Intern physical world model W0, which features native force-tactile sensing and duplex collaboration capabilities. This model is designed to enhance robotics applications by integrating with Intern InkStone and the science model S2, faci...
UltraSense has introduced ultrasound technology as a solution to enhance tactile sensing in robotics, addressing the wear and tear associated with traditional electronic skin. As robots evolve to interact more effectively with their environments, reliable touch sensing becomes crucial for various ap...
L3Harris Technologies and ARX Robotics have successfully demonstrated a robotic ground vehicle equipped with a counter-drone sensing system during the US Army’s Project Convergence-Capstone 6 experimentation campaign. This innovative approach allows for the deployment of sensors on a remotely contro...
On August 19, 2026, the World Robot Conference opened in Beijing, where Wuhan Huaweike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. launched its Wanxiang series of tactile sensors. The event highlighted the industry's growing maturity in algorithms and visual perception, while the lack of tactile data remains a...
Scientists have developed a hybrid robotic skin that merges electrical impedance tomography (EIT) with pneumatic pressure sensing to enhance force detection across large areas of humanoid robots, as reported by RoboSkin. This innovative system, detailed in a preprint from May 2026, utilizes EIT to i...
Researchers at Hanyang University ERICA have created a vertically integrated dual-gate transistor design aimed at improving touch sensing in robots and prosthetics. This innovative architecture addresses the limitations of conventional tribotronic devices by offering tuneable sensitivity and reliabl...
Recent developments in miniaturized and portable electronics have led to a surge in demand for self-powered sensing technologies. Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) are at the forefront of this trend, gaining significant attention for their ability to create highly sensitive tactile sensors. These...
Recent trends in the robotics industry indicate a shift from mere mobility to operational intelligence, particularly in humanoid robots. Companies are now focusing on practical applications such as tool handling and assembly, highlighting the importance of force sensing technology. As robots engage...
The swift advancement of artificial intelligence and robotics is drawing significant attention to software and powerful processors, particularly large language models. However, experts emphasize that for robots to function effectively in real-world settings, they require a fundamental capability: ad...
A new compact unit has been developed, featuring a highly sensitive tactile array that boasts a spatial resolution of 2.34 taxels per square centimeter. This advanced technology is capable of detecting forces ranging from 0 to 160 Newtons, with an impressive sensing precision of 0.1 Newtons. The inn...
XELA Robotics is set to showcase its advancements in tactile sensing technology at the upcoming Robotics Summit & Expo in 2026. The company will present its enhanced magnetic interference compensation system and the innovative uSkin integrated within the Universal Manipulation Interface. This demons...
Sharpa Robotics has officially launched mass production of its innovative SharpaWave hand, which incorporates a proprietary Dynamic Tactile Array technology. This announcement follows a successful debut at various industry events, where the advanced capabilities of the hand garnered significant atte...
Robotiq has unveiled the 2FC physical AI gripper, an adaptive gripper equipped with tactile sensing and embedded intelligence. This innovative product enables robots to learn from physical interactions, enhancing their reliability in production environments. Pre-orders for the 2FC are now open, with...
Researchers at Donghua University have reported advancements in microfluidic spinning techniques that enable the integration of filters, inverters, and spatial sensors into continuous soft fibers. This innovative approach allows for the creation of soft materials that can be utilized in robotics for...
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...
A team of scientists from Queen Mary University of London and other institutions has developed a robotic fingertip featuring a synthetic skin that changes color in response to mechanical deformation. This innovative approach allows the fingertip to generate detailed maps of topology, strain, and con...
LG Innotek is enhancing its robotics capabilities by collaborating with Japan's TDK to create next-generation vision and tactile sensing modules for physical AI applications. This strategic partnership combines LG Innotek's optical engineering expertise with TDK's extensive sensor technology portfol...
In June 2026, a significant medical technology milestone was achieved as a Chinese medical team, in collaboration with research institutions, successfully performed the world's first ultra-remote minimally invasive surgery using '5G + Embodied AI'. This operation demonstrated ultra-low latency contr...
MoSense, a company specializing in multimodal tactile solutions for robotics, has successfully completed an angel funding round worth several million yuan. Investors include Sequoia China, Hillhouse Capital, and Zhiyuan Robotics. The funds will primarily accelerate research and development, team exp...
Engineers have successfully created a robotic arm inspired by the sensory capabilities of the octopus. This innovative development aims to enhance robotic dexterity and adaptability in various applications, including medical procedures and complex manufacturing tasks. The project, which has been in...
Daimon Robotics and Galbot have announced the launch of RobOmni, a new platform designed to benchmark tactile perception and dexterous manipulation in the field of embodied AI. This development marks a significant shift from traditional vision-centric approaches to a more comprehensive understanding...
A research team led by Barbara Mazzolai at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) has unveiled an innovative octopus-inspired soft robotic arm. This development, which emerged from the Bioinspired Soft Robotics unit, showcases advanced technology that allows the robotic arm to autonomously grasp...
Qianjue Robotics is making significant strides in the field of tactile intelligence, highlighting the critical role of touch in enhancing robotic interactions. During the International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) 2026, the company unveiled its comprehensive tactile intelligence tech...
Researchers have successfully developed advanced robotic fingertips equipped with sensitive nails, enabling precise grasping of extremely thin objects. This innovative technology, which was unveiled recently, features a universal manipulation interface that enhances the robot's ability to interact w...
NeoteAI, a company based in Shanghai, has successfully raised nearly 100 million yuan in angel funding to advance its development of tactile perception technology for robots. This cutting-edge initiative seeks to combine visual and tactile data, significantly improving the precision of robotic opera...
Researchers at the University of Arizona have made significant strides in 3D-sensing technology, which could revolutionize how autonomous vehicles navigate complex urban environments. This breakthrough was announced recently, showcasing the potential to enhance safety and efficiency in city driving....
Guangma Future has introduced the TOUCH-X tactile sensor, a groundbreaking innovation that utilizes advanced optical technology to deliver high-frequency sampling and exceptional performance while eliminating electromagnetic interference. Launched recently, this sensor is designed to significantly i...
A research team at the University of Science and Technology of China has unveiled a revolutionary tactile sensing platform named CLiMETS. This innovative technology employs a single piece of liquid metal to effectively detect touch and pressure, streamlining the sensing process by removing the neces...
Huaweike, a prominent player in tactile sensing technology, has entered into a research collaboration with Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. This partnership aims to leverage Huaweike's leading position, which includes a substantial 70% market share in humanoid robot tactile sensors, to...
A recent study published in the Journal of Field Robotics highlights advancements in autonomous robotic systems designed for agricultural applications. Researchers from a leading university conducted experiments to evaluate the effectiveness of these robots in optimizing crop management and enhancin...
In a significant advancement for manufacturing, JAKA is revolutionizing collaborative workspaces through the integration of advanced robotics technology. The company’s focus on industrial collaborative robots (cobots) allows for safe and efficient interaction between machines and human operators, es...
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