# Flexible continuum robotic arms hold potential application value across many fields, with China's related patent count continuing to rise

- Source: OFweek Robotics
- Published: 2026-10-21T07:20:00.000Z
- RoboHot: https://robohot.news/en/items/odowdr2k3et2fuhkkn1jo383m
- Original: https://robot.ofweek.com/2026-10/ART-8321201-8420-30708164.html

## Summary

The number of patents related to flexible continuum robotic arms in China is continuing to increase, including "An Origami Bionic Dual-Segment Flexible Continuum Robotic Arm" and "Flexible Continuum Robotic Arm with Adjustable Stiffness, Stiffness Adjustment Device, and Stiffness Adjustment Method," with major participants including Wanxun Technology, Qingyu Technology, and Shiyuan Co., Ltd.