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2026-10-07Wed341–360 records
  1. Tech Xplore — Robotics72

    Threadlike motor uses sliding fibers to drive flexible robotic devices without gears

    Researchers from EPFL's Soft Transducers Laboratory have developed FiberMotor, a threadlike motor that converts electrical energy into motion through the sliding of concentric fibers. This gearless design enables flexible, bidirectional movement, making it suitable for soft robotic applications. The motor's small size and lightweight construction allow for integration into smart textiles and wearable devices, with potential uses in assistive robotics and haptic systems.

  2. Carnegie Mellon Robotics Institute — News82

    Peg-in-Hole Isn’t Kid Stuff

    Carnegie Mellon Robotics Institute and Northrop Grumman are collaborating to develop a new docking technique for servicing satellites in geosynchronous orbit. The project involves precise robotic manipulation, simulation environments, and specialized actuators, with the goal of enabling in-orbit refueling, repairs, and upgrades. The work builds on prior research in robotic manipulation and has potential implications for space operations and satellite maintenance.

  3. RoboSpeak — WeChat68

    After a $1.4 Billion Valuation, Skild AI Doesn't Want to Just Be the Brain

    This platform aims to serve as a reference interface for physical AI, allowing developers to deploy Skild Brain models across various robotic bodies. The BRIDGE platform is designed to reduce the cost of adapting AI models to different robot bodies and is intended to become a standard in the industry. The release of BRIDGE is part of Skild AI's broader strategy to define the future of embodied AI and physical robot interfaces.

  4. Chinese robotics — Deployment discovery68

    Quantopian's 'Physical AI' Real-World Breakthrough: Robot 'Hand-Pressed Lemon Tea' 12-Step Verification

    Quantopian, a Hong Kong-listed company, is advancing its 'physical AI' strategy by testing robotic solutions in real-world restaurant environments. The company's approach emphasizes real-world data and iterative model training to improve robotic dexterity and task execution. A recent demo showed a robot successfully completing a 12-step process of making hand-pressed lemon tea, demonstrating its ability to handle complex, dynamic tasks in real-world settings.

  5. Chinese robotics — Deployment discovery68

    Factory Renovation Robots, Robots Redefine Factory Standards

    The article explores how industrial robots are continuously optimized and adjusted in real production environments to meet factories' demands for continuous operation, high precision, and task completeness. Through the failure analysis of Figure 02 in the BMW factory, improvements to the UBTech Walker S1 and S2, and the deployment of Agility Digit in warehouses, the article demonstrates how robots adapt their design, endurance, and task execution capabilities to specific workstation requirements. The article emphasizes that factories not only define the functional boundaries of robots but also determine their technical priorities and product iteration directions.

2026-10-06Tue
  1. Chinese robotics — Dataset and collection discovery68

    Embodied-AI-Guide: A Comprehensive Tutorial for Embodied Intelligence

    The Embodied-AI-Guide is a detailed tutorial and resource hub for understanding and practicing embodied intelligence. It covers foundational concepts, practical implementation with RoboTwin 2.0, and insights into the field's research and development. The guide is structured to help users build a solid understanding of the domain, from data collection to algorithmic design and evaluation, with a focus on real-world deployment and simulation-based learning.

  2. Chinese robotics — Dataset and collection discovery82

    TouchScale: 500 Hours of Human Vision and Touch for Visual-Tactile Learning

    TouchScale is a 500-hour human vision-touch dataset collected using a unified sensor setup, enabling scaling benefits in both perception and robotic manipulation. The dataset improves robot task success rates through mid-training with human data, demonstrating the potential of large-scale human experience in training embodied agents.

  3. New Atlas — Robotics68

    Video: Dexterous robot hand learns the delicate art of silk embroidery

    Agilink's OmniHand 3 Ultra, trained by a master of Suzhou embroidery, has learned to split silk strands, thread a needle, and stitch with precision. The hand uses vision-based sensors and direct-drive mechanics for fine control. The article contrasts this with other robotic hands, such as LinkerBot and Boston Dynamics' Atlas hand, to explore different approaches to dexterous manipulation in robotics.

  4. Robotics & Automation News75

    Aigen trains solar-powered farming robots for new crops in under a week

    Aigen has developed a simulation and world-model system that trains its autonomous agricultural robots to work with new crops in under a week. The Alchemy platform generates synthetic, pixel-level annotated data for training solar-powered 'Element' robots, which can identify and remove weeds without herbicides. The robots are being deployed in fields with real-world data grounding, and Element Gen 2 X4 models are used by Fortune 500 companies for weed control and data collection.

  5. Chinese robotics — Robot learning research72

    Embodied Intelligence Education in Practice: Four-Stage Transition from Classroom to Production Line

    This article presents a comprehensive guide to implementing embodied intelligence education in robotics, focusing on the integration of physical interaction, sensor data, and real-world problem-solving. It outlines a four-stage model for transitioning from classroom to industrial application, emphasizing sensor calibration, algorithm visualization, and real-world testing. The tutorial includes practical insights, common pitfalls, and real-world examples to support educators and students in developing hands-on, industry-relevant skills.

2026-10-05Mon
  1. NVIDIA — Robotics model repository updates75

    NVIDIA releases G1-Factory-GR00T-1.7 policy for Unitree G1 humanoid

    NVIDIA released G1-Factory-GR00T-1.7, a GR00T N1.7 vision-language-action policy fine-tuned on nine simulation tasks for the Unitree G1 humanoid robot. The model takes head-camera images and joint states to predict whole-body actions and serves as a baseline for reinforcement learning post-training. It is available under the NVIDIA Open Model License for commercial and non-commercial use, with evaluation results reported only in simulation.

  2. Carnegie Mellon Robotics Institute — News68

    CMU Researchers Give Robots a Delicate Touch

    Carnegie Mellon University researchers have developed a robotic fingertip that enables robots to handle delicate tasks, such as picking up fragile or tiny objects like pills and potato chips. The fingertip, which attaches to the DeltaHands device, uses a strain gauge and contact microphone to measure pressure and capture microvibrations, allowing the robot to sense and manipulate objects with greater precision. The low-cost, 3D-printable design offers versatility for a range of tasks, from counting paper cups to identifying material compositions through vibrations. The work was presented at the 2026 Intelligent Robots and Systems Conference.

  3. Chinese robotics — Hardware and sensing68

    IROS 2026 Field Observations: Long-Term Tasks, Failure Recovery, World Models

    The IROS 2026 conference highlights a shift towards long-term tasks, failure recovery, and world modeling in robotics. The event showcases advancements in perception, planning, and control, with a focus on real-world applications and standardized testing. The integration of tactile and force feedback, along with data collection tools, reflects a growing emphasis on embodied intelligence and simulation-to-reality transitions.

  4. Chinese robotics — Deployment discovery68

    China's Robotics Deployment Exploration: Physical AI Starts with Robotic Arms

    Before humanoid robots mature, Physical AI is attempting to enter industrial scenarios still reliant on manual operations by deploying on mature robotic arms. Companies like Sanctuary AI and Skild are integrating AI models into robotic arms from different manufacturers to perform complex tasks such as wire insertion.

  5. Chinese robotics — Dataset and collection discovery68

    Dual-Arm Embodied Intelligence Teleoperation Platform - Ai Cai Gou Source Bible

    The Cobot Magic platform features a modular, high-precision design with Tracer differential chassis and PiPER six-axis arms, supporting ROS frameworks and open-source algorithms. It integrates multi-modal perception systems and enables data collection for tasks like precision assembly and home care, with a 50% reduction in development time and 30-50% cost savings compared to traditional solutions.

  6. High-tech Robotics — WeChat78

    Half a Year of Winning Millions in Orders, Shipyard Production Scheduled Until 2030: Shipbuilding Welding Robots Enter the 'Golden Age'?

    The article discusses the surge in welding robot orders in the shipbuilding industry, driven by the need for automation and efficiency. It highlights the growth of the market, key players like Fao Robot and Zhongxun Technology, and the technological advancements in AI-driven systems and collaborative robots. The text also addresses challenges in complex welding scenarios and the importance of adaptability and reliability in robotic solutions.

  7. Chinese robotics — Deployment discovery82

    China (Shanghai) Free Trade Zone: Humanoid Robots Accelerate 'Onboarding', Pudong's Embodied Intelligence Industry Ecosystem Booms with Energy

    Pudong is accelerating the formation of an embodied intelligence industry ecosystem, driving the deployment of humanoid robots in commercial, public services, and rehabilitation medical scenarios. Companies such as Zhiyuan, Furuiyi, and Mifeng Technology have showcased multiple robot products and data platforms, promoting embodied intelligence technology from laboratories to large-scale applications.

2026-10-02Fri
  1. Robotics 24/7 — Industry reporting68

    Boston Dynamics unveils new dexterous hands for Atlas humanoid robot

    Boston Dynamics has launched a new generation of dexterous hands for its Atlas humanoid robot, featuring 13 degrees of freedom, direct actuation, and design for sim-to-real reinforcement learning. The hand is built for industrial and logistics tasks, with a focus on dexterity, strength, and mass production.

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