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GXO Logistics has signed a letter of intent with Apptronik to expand trials of the Apollo humanoid robots in its warehouses. If the robots meet the agreed performance and safety targets, the companies plan to deploy up to 1,000 Apollo humanoids globally over the next four years, starting in North Am...
Apptronik, the Austin-based developer of the Apollo humanoid robot, remains a private entity with no publicly traded stock. The company has raised nearly $1 billion through multiple extensions of its Series A funding, achieving a valuation reported at approximately $5.5 billion. Notably, Apptronik's...
Ningbo Joyson Electronics, a major player in airbag and car electronics, is expanding into the humanoid robot market by supplying essential components such as 'brains,' hands, and power packs. Despite being audited by Tesla for its Optimus Gen 3, Joyson reported a significant 47% drop in profit for...
Researchers have identified a fundamental limitation known as the 'space-time limit,' which indicates that an electron's location and its behavior over time cannot be precisely determined simultaneously. This discovery, stemming from an international collaboration involving the Regensburg Center for...
Researchers at Tohoku University have created an innovative reflex module that enables musculoskeletal robots to replicate the knee-jerk reflex without the use of electronic sensors or circuits. This advancement allows for the generation of bipedal walking in robots, mimicking a fundamental aspect o...
The U.S. Army is enhancing testing opportunities for commercial drone companies to assess their technologies in realistic electronic warfare scenarios. Announced on November 2, the program will feature three testing events in 2027, allowing developers to evaluate their systems' performance when GPS...
Efficient Computer has announced that edgeAI will utilize its Electron E1 processor to create energy-efficient solutions for physical AI applications. This partnership aims to enhance performance while significantly lowering energy consumption and bill of materials (BOM) costs. The Electron E1 is de...
In a recent episode of Robot Talk, Zlatka Stoeva, founder and managing director of DZP Technologies, discussed the role of flexible, stretchable, and soft printed electronics in enhancing dexterous robots. Stoeva's expertise in materials chemistry has been pivotal in developing innovative electronic...
Opentrons has successfully raised $40 million in a Series E funding round aimed at enhancing its laboratory robotics and AI-driven systems. Led by healthcare investor Avego, with participation from BroadOak Capital Partners and existing investors like SoftBank Vision Fund and Khosla Ventures, this f...
Beijing-based startup SynDexy has successfully delivered its first small batch of C1 humanoid robots designed for precision assembly in electronics manufacturing. This milestone comes just six months after the development of the C1 humanoids commenced, showcasing the rapid progress made by the compa...
Opentrons has successfully raised $40 million in a Series E funding round, led by Avego, a healthcare investor. The round also saw participation from BroadOak Capital Partners and existing investors such as SoftBank Vision Fund and Khosla Ventures. This funding aims to further develop Opentrons' lab...
Researchers have successfully observed Landau-Zener-Majorana transitions in graphene, achieving a remarkable 100% probability of electrons crossing energy gaps. This was accomplished using a novel imaging technique that combines ultrafast lasers with electron microscopy, significantly expanding the...
Google DeepMind has showcased a novel robotics training method where its Gemini 4 Argon AI model learns tasks by observing videos and then applies this knowledge to Apptronik’s Apollo humanoid robot. This demonstration highlights the capabilities of Gemini 4 Argon, which integrates visual-semantic r...
ALS Mechatronic has entered into a reseller and system integrator agreement with iRayple to expand its autonomous mobile robot (AMR) offerings. This partnership aims to automate material movement in factories, warehouses, and processing plants, leveraging ALS's expertise in factory automation and iR...
Researchers at the University of Ottawa have discovered that fine-tuning the composition of microscopic layers in electronic devices can lead to significant performance enhancements. By making small adjustments to the materials and structures of these layers, the team aims to improve the efficiency...
Bonfiglioli participated in Parcel+Post Expo 2026, showcasing its latest automation and drive solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency and sustainability in logistics. The company highlighted its BMD Series three-phase synchronous motor, designed for high-dynamic applications, and its BMS Series gear...
Aslan Motion Technologies has officially launched its online store, aslanmotion.com, featuring a range of components tailored for unmanned systems. The initial product lineup includes a GPS module, a 4-in-1 ESC, a flight controller, an IR and overt LED module, and a BLDC motor, all manufactured in R...
NVIDIA has launched the Nemotron 3.5 Super VL, an open model featuring 120 billion parameters, designed for optimal task completion and accuracy in specialized agents. Alongside it, two new edge models, Nemotron 3.5 Bolt 74B-A9B 24GB and Bolt E4B 4GB, cater to local agentic workloads and conversatio...
On October 12, 2026, the China International Industry Fair commenced at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. Provectron, an industrial-intelligence brand under Quectel, unveiled two key offerings: an embodied-intelligence flexible-manufacturing solution and the Provectron 2026...
The European Space Agency (ESA) and The Pokémon Company have partnered for World Space Week 2026, allowing trainers to catch a limited-time Astronaut Pikachu in Pokémon GO. This special Pikachu variant, which has spent 67 days in orbit, will appear at select space and science museums across Europe,...
A new robot featuring domestically produced electronic architecture has been officially launched in China. This robot is designed to integrate physical AI with advanced sensory capabilities, marking a significant advancement in robotics technology. The introduction of this robot is crucial as it re...
A postdoctoral researcher from Stanford University has returned to China to develop an innovative 'electronic skin' for robots. This technology aims to enhance the sensory capabilities of robots, allowing them to better interact with their environments. The project has successfully secured financing...
On September 28, the first humanoid robot featuring a fully localized electronic architecture was unveiled in Yichang, Hubei. This innovative architecture, developed by Dongtu Technology, serves as the robot's intelligent nervous system, integrating an operating system, network, software tools, and...
On September 28, 2026, Zhuji Power and Dongtu Technology launched China's first humanoid robot equipped with domestic electronic architecture in Yichang, Hubei. This robot marks a significant advancement in integrating domestic industrial-grade real-time communication capabilities within complex hum...
On September 28, 2026, LimX Dynamics and Kyland Technology introduced a humanoid robot in Yichang, featuring a fully domestic electronic architecture. This architecture integrates Kyland Intewell, AUTBUS, and MaVIEW, boasting microsecond motion control capabilities. The launch of this humanoid is s...
The world's first embodied intelligent robot, featuring fully domestically produced electronic architecture, made its debut in Yichang. This milestone represents a significant advancement in robotics technology, showcasing the capabilities of local manufacturing and innovation. The introduction of...
The University of Electronic Science and Technology recently hosted a robot exhibition where the Panda Robot's impressive somersaults captured significant attention. This event highlighted advancements in robotics and showcased the university's commitment to innovation in technology. The exhibition...
IndexBox has projected that the Delta robot market will experience a growth rate of 7.7% by the year 2035. This growth is primarily attributed to increasing demand in the food and beverage and electronics sectors, which are expected to drive significant investments in automation technologies. The a...
The second quarter showed robust earnings, especially in the technology sector, with many companies exceeding expectations and raising their guidance. Despite these positive results, the competitive nature of global markets led to some companies experiencing declines in their stock prices. This high...
Apptronik CEO Jeff Cardenas has raised concerns about the United States' ability to produce humanoid robots due to a shortage of essential components, particularly gears. In a recent interview on Fox Business, he emphasized that while the U.S. leads in AI, it lacks a robust domestic supply chain for...
At the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo, Shenzhen-based Xuanji Power unveiled the Hypertron-SW01, a medium-sized quadruped robot equipped with advanced detection equipment. The robot demonstrated its capabilities by smoothly traversing a simulated gravel road and climbing a ramp without interruption, capturing...
Leopard Imaging will exhibit its advanced embedded vision technologies alongside Future Electronics at Booth 9A043 during the World of Technology & Science 2026. The showcased technologies will include stereo vision, thermal imaging, high-performance camera systems, and ultra-compact imaging solutio...
On September 17, Jiangsu Jusheng Electronics saw its stock price increase by over 9%, closing at HKD 12.23 with a trading volume of HKD 66.34 million. This surge is attributed to the company's advancements in its embodied intelligence business. The significance of this development lies in Jiangsu J...
BAE Systems has launched a new family of electronic warfare systems, known as Shadow EW, designed to enhance the protection of small aircraft in contested airspace. This initiative responds to the increasing demand for compact electronic warfare solutions that can be integrated into space-constraine...
Textron and Merlin Labs have launched a new unmanned aircraft concept aimed at enhancing logistics in the Pacific region. The proposal involves modifying Textron's Cessna Skycourier by removing the cockpit and integrating a Merlin Pilot AI, allowing for automated operations. With a payload capacity...
The demand for electronic skin in humanoid robots is projected to reach 1.525 million square meters by 2030, with a market size of approximately 27.4 billion yuan. This shift indicates that electronic skin is transitioning from experimental samples to regular procurement items, as evidenced by a com...
Inbolt is addressing the growing need for automation in electronics manufacturing, particularly in the assembly of complex data center infrastructure. With their control platform, which includes CAD-based programming and real-time control, Inbolt has installed over 200 robot arms across more than 10...
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a soft robot capable of continuous jumping without electronic control. This innovation utilizes geometric structures and light-responsive materials to enable the robot to autonomously jump under constant infrared light, overcoming previou...
LG Electronics is positioning its robotic actuators as a key growth engine, nearing a potential major order from a global technology leader. Baek Seung-tae, head of LG's home appliance division, announced that the company has developed efficient, lightweight, and cost-competitive actuators, with pla...
Medtronic PLC has announced a strategic partnership with Cornerstone Robotics Ltd., which includes a significant investment of $700 million. This collaboration grants Medtronic distribution rights for Cornerstone's Sentire surgical system in select international markets, enhancing its portfolio alon...
Infinite Electronics will present its extensive range of industrial connectivity solutions at IMTS 2026, taking place in Irvine, California. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore products such as industrial-grade Ethernet cabling, ruggedized connectors, and omnidirectional antennas designed...
LimX Dynamics and ZINOVA have adapted the modular robot TRON 2 for construction scenarios. Their demonstrator combines locomotion, dual-arm manipulation, and the reach of an industrial arm to execute multiple steps of a scaled-down 'tilt-up' construction site. Presented on September 2, the prototype...
SiMa.ai and ARK Electronics have formed a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the deployment of next-generation autonomous drones. They are introducing the ARK-SiMa.ai Modalix MLSoC Bundles, which are production-ready solutions designed to facilitate the development of intelligent drones for...
LG Electronics is intensifying its recruitment of overseas R&D talent to bolster its ventures in robotics, AI data-center cooling, and mobility. The company recently hosted approximately 100 doctoral researchers and engineers at its North America Tech Conference in San Francisco, featuring participa...
Suzhou Hangkai Microelectronics has introduced the TG9811, a three-dimensional tactile electric gripper designed to address common challenges in flexible automation. This innovative product features a maximum gripping force of 36N, making it suitable for various industrial applications such as compo...
Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (BUAA) has launched a micro major focused on embodied intelligence, addressing the urgent need for interdisciplinary talent in the robotics sector. This initiative comes as the industry experiences rapid growth, driven by advancements in robotics an...
Recent advancements in electronic skin technology have the potential to allow amputees to feel warmth through their prosthetic hands. This innovation could significantly enhance the quality of life for individuals with limb loss by restoring a sense of touch and temperature perception. The developm...
LG Electronics has announced an acceleration of its robotics collaboration with NVIDIA. This announcement was made during a visit by senior NVIDIA officials to LG's Data Factory, which is currently under construction at the Yangjae R&D Campus in Seoul. The collaboration is significant as it combine...
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...
Yushu Technology, recognized as the leading humanoid robot stock in A-shares, disclosed its IPO subscription results on August 13, revealing intriguing data about market sentiment towards hard tech companies. Retail investors abandoned 8,734 shares, accounting for 0.03% of the total, all of which wi...
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