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Oct 21Wed
  1. Agile Robots/思灵机器人68

    Agile Robots and NVIDIA unveil compact humanoid reference platform Agile ONE SN at GTC

    At NVIDIA GTC, Agile Robots and NVIDIA unveiled Agile ONE SN, a compact humanoid reference platform for R&D, built on the NVIDIA Isaac GR00T development platform and integrating a complete workflow spanning demonstration capture, simulation, training, evaluation, deployment, and real-world testing.

    Why it matters: The original article lists the specific configuration of the robot's whole-body degrees of freedom, compute power, and preconfigured software stack, which can be used to assess how this integrated solution for R&D labs connects with the industrial model.

Oct 20Tue
  1. NASA53

    NASA Provides Progress Update on Moon Base Rovers

    NASA released a video update on the Moon Base, covering progress on the commercial Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) and robotic lunar rovers. VIPER will travel to the lunar south polar region before 2027, covering more than 18 miles (30 kilometers) to prospect for resources such as water; it has completed final assembly and is undergoing final testing at Johnson Space Center.

  4. 松灵机器人57

    AgileX PiPER-X and Zhishen Tongchui M1 Quadruped Mobile Manipulation Solution: A Case Study of the Double Award at IROS 2026 LRC

    A team from Nanyang Technological University used a system combining the AgileX PiPER-X robotic arm and the Zhishen Technology Tongchui M1 quadruped robot to win the championship and the Best Autonomous Capability Award at the IROS 2026 LRC legged robot challenge, with the task scenario being local hazardous chemical label recognition.

  5. Westwood Robotics · YouTube38

    BEAR Actuator Firmware Flashing and Calibration Tutorial (Episode 06)

    Westwood Robotics has released Episode 06 of its BEAR series actuator firmware flashing and calibration tutorial, demonstrating step by step the entire process from connecting the actuator to completing the full calibration procedure. BEAR actuators ship with firmware pre-installed and calibrated, ready to use out of the box; this tutorial is only needed when updating firmware or when recalibration is required. The tutorial includes links to documentation, the STM32 download, the BEAR Calibration Tool, and the online store.

Oct 19Mon
  3. 豪鹏科技34

    Highpower Technology's AI transformation: from AI edge devices to AIDC and robotics, and why it isn't starting from zero

    Vincent, Senior Vice President of Highpower Technology, explains the logic behind the company's transformation into an AI energy foundation, laying out three growth curves: AI-enabled consumer electronics, AIDC energy storage, and robotics. The company has already entered deep cooperation with AgiBot, rolling out robot dogs, companion robots, data collection, and embodied robots in stages. Technologically, it is pursuing solid-state, lithium, and sodium battery routes in parallel, with steel-shell stacked batteries raising energy density by 30%–50%. It is deeply tied to customers including HP, Dell, DJI, Sony, Meta, Google, Harman, and Amazon, upgrading from supplier to co-definer.

Oct 18Sun
  1. 幻尔科技22

    Tonybot vs. TonyPi Pro humanoid robots: how to choose — an ESP32 entry platform compared with a Raspberry Pi vision platform

    Hiwonder's Tonybot and TonyPi Pro are two humanoid robot platforms aimed at AI learning. The former is based on ESP32 with 17 degrees of freedom, focusing on low-barrier entry via Scratch/Arduino/Python and on servo and sensor teaching; the latter is based on Raspberry Pi 4B or 5 with 20 degrees of freedom, equipped with a 2-DOF head vision gimbal and openable claws, and is aimed at OpenCV and MediaPipe vision and embodied scenario demonstrations.

  2. Atom Robotic/阿童木机器人32

    Atom Robots Showcases MINI Parallel Robot at CCF Chinese Intelligent Robotics Academic Conference

    Atom Robots appeared as a sponsor at the 7th CCF Chinese Intelligent Robotics Academic Conference (CIRAC 2026), showcasing its MINI parallel robot. The model targets high-speed sorting of small precision parts, precision assembly, and flexible feeding in confined spaces, and has been validated over the long term on high-volume production lines. Atom's parallel robots have ranked first among domestic independent brands in market share for six consecutive years, surpassed foreign brands to become first across all brands starting in 2023, and in 2025 the company entered the embodied intelligence track, having completed the build-out of a five-product matrix.

Oct 16Fri
  2. 高擎动力44

    High Torque Power Debuts at the 140th Canton Fair: Breaking Through with Miniaturization to Accelerate the Global Adoption of Humanoid Robots

    High Torque Power brought its Pai and Mini Pi plus humanoid robots and a new-generation integrated joint module to the 140th Canton Fair Phase 1 Advanced Manufacturing exhibition, with live demonstrations of gait and high-dynamic movements, autonomous ball-chasing and kicking, and robot dancing in real-world scenarios.

Oct 15Thu
  1. Agility Robotics59

    Agility Robotics selects Nyobolt to provide ultra-fast charging battery technology for Digit 5

    Agility Robotics announced that it has selected Nyobolt as its ultra-fast charging battery technology partner for the Digit 5 humanoid robot. The new battery system for Digit 5 supports 90 minutes of runtime and 9 minutes of charging, raising the run-to-charge ratio from 2:1 on Digit 4 to 10:1, with the goal of more than 20 hours of work within 24 hours.

  2. Harbin Institute of Technology Robotics58

    HIT's Liu Yingxiang team publishes review on high-performance piezoelectric actuators for extreme manufacturing

    Professor Liu Yingxiang's team at the State Key Laboratory of Robotics and Systems at Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) published a review on high-performance piezoelectric actuators in Extreme Manufacturing, proposing a five-dimension performance evaluation strategy covering scale, speed, force, degrees of freedom, and precision. The article explains the performance regulation mechanisms of each dimension, analyzes the performance bottlenecks of different working modes, and proposes a new approach of multi-mode fusion piezoelectric actuation to achieve high precision, large stroke, large output force, and high speed simultaneously.

  3. 奥比中光53

    Orbbec launches 24-line 3D LiDAR Pulsar MH24 at Canton Fair, showcases one-stop CM manufacturing services

    At the 140th Canton Fair, Orbbec launched the 24-line 3D LiDAR Pulsar MH24, aimed at mobile platforms such as robotic mowers, AMRs, and delivery robots. The unit measures 66.6×62.1×66 mm, with a 21 mm high light emission window, and provides 360° (HFOV) 3D perception; in typical outdoor scenarios, a single unit can cover an operating range of about 15,000 m², and it supports operation under ≥100,000 Lux strong light, IP6K6 protection, and an operating temperature of -20°C to 60°C.

Oct 13Tue
  1. Droidup/卓益得29

    Zhuoyide Bionic Robot Moya Takes On Role as Preschool Teacher at Shanghai Jiahua Kindergarten

    On October 10, Zhuoyide's fully bionic robot Moya entered Shanghai Songjiang Jiahua Kindergarten, serving as a preschool teacher in the classroom, leading the children in Q&A, singing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" together, and taking group photos. Powered by the DroidSoul robot intelligence system, it performs multimodal perception, large-model empathetic decision-making, and full-body coordinated expression. The body uses tendon-cable actuation and weighs about 30 kg, far below the 55 to 75 kg of comparable rigid designs, and works with more than 60 micro-expressions to enable near-human safe interaction.

  2. 江苏箸境智能科技有限公司20

    ZhuJing H1 Mini lightweight embodied humanoid robot to make official global debut in November

    Jiangsu ZhuJing Intelligent Technology has announced that it will officially launch its lightweight embodied humanoid robot H1 Mini (Xiao Xiao Zhu) in November 2026, positioned as a small humanoid robot. Its full body uses a 21-degree-of-freedom humanoid motion system that can perform human-like movements, and it carries an autonomous large-model intelligence engine for quickly learning new postures. For interaction, it features an agile interactive face that supports facial perception and voice dialogue, as well as a dynamic programmable lighting interaction system; the original article did not disclose payload, battery life, or price.

  3. 云启资本66

    Stardust Intelligence completes new RMB 1 billion funding round at RMB 15 billion valuation

    Stardust Intelligence recently completed a new funding round of RMB 1 billion, reaching a valuation of RMB 15 billion. The round was led by Toushe Donghai (Shenzhen Investment Holdings), with participation from Hongtai Fund, Ninghai Xingtaaihe Fund, and Shanheng Capital, among others, and existing shareholder Xianmu increased its investment. This is its fourth funding round in the past six months; its Series B valuation first exceeded RMB 10 billion in June 2026 and rose to RMB 15 billion three months later.

    Why it matters: It reviews the pace of the company's four funding rounds in six months and details of its full-stack architecture, which can be used to understand the commercialization progress of the rope-driven approach.

Oct 12Mon
  1. Atom Robotic/阿童木机器人52

    Atomrobot implements automated eye drop tray-loading project with stable capacity of 120 packs per minute

    Atomrobot has implemented an eye drop cartoning and tray-loading project using high-speed parallel robots paired with a dynamic tracking vision system, enabling tracking-based picking, tracking-based placement, and 90° oriented placement. The system is equipped with a single 6.1 kW parallel robot, achieves a stable capacity of 120 packs per minute and a repeat positioning accuracy of ±2 mm, replaces 2 operators, increases workstation efficiency by 100%, and has a 12-month return on investment period.

Oct 9Fri
  1. 锐曼REEMAN23

    Where to Buy an AMR Chassis Compatible with Your Own Robot Design: A REEMAN Chassis Procurement and Adaptation Guide

    Compatible AMR chassis can be purchased through three channels: direct manufacturer sales, authorized distributors, or online portals. The key selection criteria are an open SDK, ROS/ROS2 compatibility, and mechanical and electrical modularity. The REEMAN chassis series includes the robot mobile chassis (50 kg), Feizhou, Big Dog, Moon Knight, and the 600 kg IronBov AGV, offering laser SLAM and obstacle avoidance plus 24/7 technical support; with complete documentation, a first autonomous run can be achieved in 2–6 weeks.

  2. 锐曼REEMAN43

    AMR Chassis Manufacturers for Custom Robot Development: 2026 Comparison Guide

    REEMAN has released a 2026 AMR chassis comparison guide covering 7 manufacturers, payloads of 50–1,000 kg, price points from $2,500 to over $45,000, and lead times of 3–14 weeks. The guide evaluates dimensions including payload class, drive architecture, ROS/ROS2 support, and SDK interfaces, and tiers the options into entry-level/R&D, mid-range OEM, integration partner, and heavy-duty categories. REEMAN's own chassis cover 50–600 kg, feature laser SLAM and an open SDK, and are positioned between research platforms and heavy industrial OEMs.

Oct 8Thu
  1. 正行创新 Striding AI · YouTube33

    Striding AI launches retail robot C1 for real-world retail operations

    Striding AI has launched the C1 retail robot, designed for real-world retail environments and able to operate without modifying existing shelves or store layouts. C1 supports omnidirectional movement, an operating height of 100mm–1750mm+, transport, restocking and handling capabilities, and is equipped with depth vision and 360° visual perception.

  2. Yaskawa47

    Yaskawa Electric begins sales of JOHB-NSC3-MA CIP Safety-compatible inverter functional safety communication option card, strengthening functional safety for Yaskawa inverters

    Yaskawa Electric has released the JOHB-NSC3-MA functional safety communication option card for inverters, which supports CIP Safety, with orders accepted from October 8, 2026. The card is compatible with the GA700, GA800 (sold only in the US), CR700, and GA500 series inverters, and enables STO and SS1-t safety functions compliant with IEC 61800-5-2 over an EtherNet/IP network, reducing the need for separate wiring of safety signals.

Oct 6Tue
  1. 锐曼REEMAN21

    What are end-effector attachments for AMR bases, and how do they expand warehouse application scenarios?

    End-effector attachments are modular work tools mounted on an AMR base that share navigation, power, and control systems with the base, turning the mobile platform into a machine that performs specific material-handling tasks. Roller conveyors, lift mechanisms, cart attachments, and custom grippers cover most warehouse scenarios, and an open SDK lets engineers integrate new attachments without replacing the entire robot, avoiding vendor lock-in. Reeman's Fly Boat robot base provides standardized mechanical interfaces and an open SDK, supporting expansion from simple transport to docking transfer and sorting pick-and-place.

  2. Boston Dynamics25

    Boston Dynamics Spot robots in public safety rescue applications

    Boston Dynamics describes six years of Spot robot use in public safety, including disaster-site search and rescue, hostage incident response, drug lab investigations, and post-fire structural surveys. The standard public safety kit includes Spot Cam, beyond-line-of-sight radio, an integrated robotic arm (capable of lifting 15 pounds and dragging 50-pound objects), thermal imaging, and two-way voice communication. Agencies including the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, FDNY, and Italy's Carabinieri have used Spot for CBRNE detection and suspected explosive ordnance checks, with deployment to the scene possible within minutes.

Oct 5Mon
  1. CMU Robotics Institute68

    CMU research team develops human-inspired multisensory fingertips for DeltaHands robotic hand

    CMU researchers designed human-hand-inspired fingertips that can be mounted on the DeltaHands flexible robotic hand. They combine strain gauges to measure pinch pressure with a microphone that captures micro-vibrations through a plastic fingernail, enabling the hand to count paper cups, identify materials, and grasp fragile items such as tofu cubes and potato chips. Each fingertip costs less than 100 US dollars, compared with about 800 US dollars to build a similar setup from off-the-shelf products. The work was presented at the 2026 Intelligent Robots and Systems Conference in Pittsburgh.

    Why it matters: The original text provides details on the multimodal tactile design of the human-inspired fingertips and their cost of less than 100 US dollars, helping readers understand how force and vibration sensing support manipulation control.

  2. RobCo61

    RobCo hits $1 billion valuation to become a unicorn, offers employee secondary liquidity

    RobCo's valuation has surpassed $1 billion, doubling within nine months, bringing in new investment through an employee secondary sale, with participation from existing investors including Sequoia and Lightspeed and new investors including Cherry Ventures. Its autonomous industrial robot Alfie will be officially commercially launched on March 4, 2027, at the RobCoN summit in Munich. The company is stepping up its push into the US market, with its CEO having relocated to the US, manufacturing and assembly operations in Austin, Texas, and a lab in San Francisco.

    Why it matters: The company officially announced a valuation above $1 billion and liquidity through an employee secondary sale, offering insight into its capital cadence and US expansion plans.

Oct 2Fri
Oct 1Thu
  1. Boston Dynamics67

    Boston Dynamics unveils dexterous hand for next-gen Atlas robot: 13-DOF four-finger design

    Boston Dynamics has unveiled a dexterous hand for its next-generation Atlas humanoid robot, increasing from GR2's 7 degrees of freedom to 13, using a four-finger design with a 4-DOF opposable thumb, direct drive, and only a single actuator type. The design drops the pinky finger to reduce cost and complexity, is equipped with fingertip and palm pressure tactile sensors, supports pinch grasping, three-finger grasping, and pressing tool triggers, and was optimized for high-fidelity simulation for sim-to-real transfer and reinforcement learning, with preliminary sim-to-real results on dynamic tasks already available.

    Why it matters: The original article details the degrees of freedom, actuation, and simulation design tradeoffs of the next-generation Atlas dexterous hand, letting readers understand how the hand design serves reinforcement learning and real-world work.

  2. Wandercraft68

    Wandercraft Acquires Ekso Bionics to Form Medical Exoskeleton Company

    Wandercraft announced the acquisition of Ekso Bionics from a subsidiary of ChronoScale Holdings; the deal was signed and closed simultaneously, with financial terms undisclosed.

    Why it matters: The source is the acquiring party itself and provides details on the combined product line, clinical coverage, and reimbursement, allowing readers to assess changes in the medical exoskeleton market landscape.

Sep 30Wed
  1. Stial/斯帝尔科技49

    STIER AI Flexible Grinding Robot Wins Another Bid for Flexible Grinding Line Upgrade Project at Medical Device Manufacturer

    STIER's AI flexible grinding robot has won another bid for a flexible grinding line equipment upgrade project at a well-known domestic medical device manufacturer. The workstation has run continuously for tens of thousands of hours on a real high-load production line, achieving an oxide layer removal rate of over 99%, raising pre-coating pretreatment yield from 85% to 98%, shortening per-piece processing time by 42%, and achieving contact force control accuracy of ±0.5% FS. Through its modular product system, AI process knowledge base, and digital twin offline verification, the company enables replicable, scalable delivery from single machines to complete lines.

  2. Stial/斯帝尔科技45

    Stial AI flexible grinding robot wins bid for dynamic and static column grinding project for high-end medical imaging equipment

    Stial has won the bid for the dynamic and static column AI flexible grinding project of a domestic high-end medical imaging equipment manufacturer, for surface treatment of precision structural parts of dental medical imaging equipment. The solution uses the self-developed PolishX flexible force control system to compensate grinding contact force in real time, and NextBrain™ AI Mushroom Cloud to intelligently match process parameters, adapting to multi-process switching from 80-grit rough grinding to 400-grit fine polishing, and is paired with a dual-station 360° rotary positioner and an intelligent abrasive library to achieve full-coverage grinding in multiple orientations.

  3. Figure AI27

    Figure AI holds retirement smelting for F.02 robot fleet, with robots autonomously jumping into a Finnish steel plant furnace

    Figure AI retired its Figure 02 (F.02) fleet, with Arnold Schwarzenegger taking part, training the robots to autonomously jump into a 75-ton electric arc furnace at a foundry in Imatra, Finland, to be melted down in order to protect proprietary hardware. The robots completed the jump using AI policies trained in simulation; the team had only 24 hours and six smelting opportunities, with a 20-minute window for each smelt. The metal from the smelting will be processed into limited-edition commemorative items for sale.

  4. Fudan Multimodal Embodied Intelligence29

    Intelligent Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Lecture Series · Session 13 | Professor Gu Guoying: Research Progress in Soft Robots

    At Session 13 of the Intelligent Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Lecture Series, Professor Gu Guoying of Shanghai Jiao Tong University gave a report titled "Research Progress in Soft Robots," sharing results in three areas: high-performance artificial muscles, rigid-soft coupled dexterous robotic hands, and flexible tactile sensing and wearable systems.

  5. NEURA Robotics53

    NEURA Robotics Establishes NEURA HealthTech, Enters Healthcare Sector and Launches Empty-Bed Transport Robot

    NEURA Robotics has established a dedicated business unit, NEURA HealthTech, to bring Physical AI into healthcare and life sciences. Its first application is an autonomous mobile robot that transports empty beds between wards and floors on a per-request basis; at roughly 20 trips per day, it can free up more than 1,300 hours per year for nursing teams.

  7. vizumtech/伟景智能42

    Jinrong Robotics launches "Zhihanxing" welding robot with Weijing Intelligent Starlight Eye 3D camera for "weld-on-sight" capability

    Jinrong Robotics launched its new vision-based welding product "Zhihanxing" on September 29, using the welding-specific 3D camera from Weijing Intelligent's Starlight Eye series. The camera offers high-precision, high-frame-rate 3D imaging, resists interference from strong light, reflections, light-absorbing surfaces, and arc light, supports combined dynamic and static modes, and reduces hand-eye calibration through zero-error positioning at the coordinate origin. The system can preset photo positions, then use vision to locate the workpiece and weld seam before welding, reducing reliance on fixed positions and preset trajectories.