Top 10 Robots of Digital CES 2021

Samsung Bot Handy aide

Samsung announced several household devices at CES 2021, including the Bot Handy, a single-armed assistant similar to early collaborative robots for industrial use.

This robot can apparently load a dishwasher, pick up clothing, and even serve wine. However, it is only a concept, and Samsung did not say when and if such a service robot would be available. Toyota Research Institute and Moley Robotics have also been working on robots to help in the kitchen, while Miso Robotics has already deployed its Robot on a Rail system in commercial settings.

What were the most interesting robots of CES Direct 2021? While household, humanoid, and companion robots are staples every year, this year's virtual event showcased some promising autonomous systems.

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