The TRLC-DK1 is an open-source development kit designed for AI-native robotics, featuring a single-arm configuration with a 700mm reach and 1kg payload capacity. It supports multiple operating systems (Linux, MacOS, Windows) and utilizes USB-C for data transfer. The advanced TRLC-DK1-X variant enables bimanual learning with dual leader-follower setups and enhanced sensory input through three cameras.
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
A comprehensive industry analysis of Physical AI — covering Embodied AI, Field AI, Factory AI, VLM, World Model, VLA, and the VLA vs WAM architecture debate. Includes 20+ companies, 28 references, and the RobotToday Physical AI Landscape diagram. July 2026.
ByLeona Tang Jul 10, 2026Piaggio Fast Forward showcases kilo®, an infrastructure-free collaborative AMR (300 lb payload, 360° LiDAR), at Automate 2026 booth #17054.
ByRobotToday Reporter Jul 10, 2026China controls 80% of humanoid robot shipments and crushes hardware costs. But is winning the body enough? A deep analysis of the US-China robot war beyond the EV analogy.
ByJJ Sun Jun 28, 2026This week in robotics: Agility Robotics $2.5B SPAC deal for first humanoid IPO, BMW Figure 03 logistics deployment, Morgan Stanley doubles China humanoid forecast, ON Semiconductor acquires Synaptics for $7B, Sony halts aibo in Japan. June 23–27, 2026.
ByRobotToday Reporter Jun 27, 2026Compare how Microsoft, Google, Oracle, Tesla Optimus, Figure AI and UBTECH finance their Capex. Supply chain risk, ROIC analysis and a 3-dimension investment framework included.
ByJJ Sun Jun 23, 2026A data-driven analysis comparing Boston Dynamics Atlas and Tesla Optimus supply chain strategies in 2026. Examines actuator costs, production ramp speeds, and how Boston Dynamics can avoid iRobot's bankruptcy by adopting a tiered supply chain approach. Includes component cost tables, risk heat maps, and strategic frameworks.
BySarah Bakery Jun 22, 2026VisionNav Robotics showcases the VNE40-66 autonomous precision stacking solution, VNE20-07 counterbalance truck, and BrightEye vision platform at Automate 2026 in Chicago, June 22–25.
ByRobotToday Reporter Jun 15, 2026This week in robotics: Bezos’ Prometheus raises $12B for physical AI, NEURA Robotics closes $1.4B Series C, NVIDIA deepens partnerships with Hyundai and LG in Seoul, and Hyundai’s Boston Dynamics robot dogs debut at FIFA World Cup 2026. June 8–12, 2026.
ByRobotToday Reporter Jun 13, 2026This week in robotics: NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang visits Seoul to deepen physical AI ties, Generalist AI raises $400M at $2B valuation, Amazon upgrades Proteus with natural-language control, and UBTECH humanoid attracts 1,200 pre-orders. June 1–5, 2026.
ByRobotToday Reporter Jun 06, 2026A comprehensive guide to industrial robot programming language evolution: G-code and NC origins, FANUC KAREL/TP, ABB RAPID, KUKA KRL, Yaskawa INFORM, the ROS open-source revolution, ROS2 architecture, ROS-Industrial consortium, OPC-UA, TSN, and real-time Linux — how six decades of software history define today's factory floor.
BySimon Dicky May 29, 2026
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