.MagicLab, a startup based in Suzhou, China, has unveiled its first self-developed dexterous hand, the MagicHand S01. This innovative technology boasts 11 degrees of freedom and utilizes hybrid force/position control for precise and complex tasks. With a payload capacity of 5 kilograms, MagicHand S01 leads the industry in flexibility and reliability, making it a significant…
Introducing Helix, a groundbreaking new AI system developed by Figure, led by CEO Brett Adcock. Helix is poised to redefine how robots integrate into our daily lives, marking a significant leap toward truly general-purpose robotics. The core vision behind Helix is to bring humanoid robots into people’s homes, enabling them to carry out an incredibly…
In a groundbreaking announcement, Clone has introduced the Protoclone, the world’s first musculoskeletal bipedal android. Described as a “faceless, anatomically accurate synthetic human,” this technological marvel is equipped with over 200 degrees of freedom, more than 1,000 Myofibers, and 500 sensors. The post on LinkedIn has already drawn significant attention, and reactions have been a…
Developed by a team of engineers and psychologists, Uma is capable of engaging in conversations, providing comfort, and even offering advice. The robot’s lifelike appearance and ability to express emotions make it a unique addition to the growing field of social robots. While still in the early stages of development, Uma has already shown promise…
Stial Technologies, a company based in Toronto, has recently unveiled a new humanoid robot called Stial Steven. This robot is specifically designed for polishing tasks and uses artificial intelligence and anthropomorphism to autonomously learn polishing processes. Stial Technologies’ acquisition of STFcore, a company specializing in 6D force sensors, has been instrumental in the development of…
China has made impressive progress in humanoid robots and dominates the market despite challenges. Read about China’s leading position and the future of humanoid robots in this article. Read the full article here:
Meta Platforms is making a significant move into the field of humanoid robotics. According to an internal memo, the company is establishing a new division within its Reality Labs unit dedicated to developing AI-powered humanoid robots designed to assist with physical tasks. This initiative positions Meta alongside competitors like Nvidia-backed Figure AI and Tesla in…
Tech giant may be looking to integrate advanced robotics into its smart home ecosystem. Apple is reportedly investigating humanoid and non-humanoid robots as part of its next wave of smart home innovation. According to a report from TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, these projects are in the proof-of-concept (POC) phase, meaning they are still…
Bridging Simulation and Reality: Unleashing Agile Humanoid Skills with ASAP In a world where robotics is rapidly evolving, a groundbreaking framework called ASAP is redefining agile humanoid control. ASAP—short for Aligning Simulation and Real-World Physics—addresses one of the most persistent challenges in robotics: transferring agile, whole-body skills learned in simulation to real-world environments. Traditionally, training…
NEURA Robotics has launched an exciting new challenge for students, researchers, and faculty at accredited European universities. This competition aims to push the boundaries of robotics innovation by supporting groundbreaking ideas and applications. Participants are invited to submit proposals in one of three categories: Why Participate? Submission Deadline: February 28th This is a unique opportunity…
