Topic: Force Sensing

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Unitree releases new Dex5-1 humanoid robot hand

May 28, 2025 · Unitree’s Dex5-1 humanoid robot hand is capable of touch sensing, proprioception, and can grasp up to eight pounds, with design features to help it grip and grasp objects.

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Dexterity unveils AI-powered ‘superhumanoid’ Mech MMR

March 27, 2025 · Dexterity calls its new AI-powered Mech mobile manipulation robot (MMR) a superhumanoid designed for truck loading and unloading, palletizing and depalletizing, and order picking.

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AI-powered Dexterity valued at $1.65 billion

March 14, 2025 · Closing $95M in its latest funding round, Dexterity CEO Samir Menon said the company will use its latest funding to continue R&D of its technologies and hire additional employees.

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Sanctuary AI equips Phoenix humanoids with new touch sensors

March 4, 2025 · Sanctuary AI has equipped its seventh-generation Phoenix general purpose humanoids with its new touch sensors, giving it tactile functionality to perform more dexterous tasks.

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ProMat 2025: ITT to showcase motion control, actuation, components and customization software

March 3, 2025 · ITT Inc. will showcase Enidine and Compact Automation Products and their motion control, actuation, components and customization software at ProMat 2025 in Chicago.

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ARM Institute 25-01 Project Call now publicly available

February 24, 2025 · The ARM Institute expects to award approximately $3M to fund multiple projects focused on multi-modal sensing AI, rapid retasking and agility, cobot orchestration, and path planning.

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KUKA to showcase cobots for medical applications at AAOS 2025

February 3, 2025 · KUKA Robotics will showcase two cobots during the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons annual meeting in San Diego. Two KUKA collaborative robots will be on display at AAOS 2025.

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Flexiv, KURABO partner to create KURAVIZON adaptive robot

January 9, 2025 · Flexiv and KURABO introduced the KURAVIZON adaptive robot, combining force control and advanced vision technology to revolutionize precision automation in the Japanese market.

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PACK EXPO 2024: Doosan Robotics showcases high-payload collaborative robots

November 4, 2024 · Doosan Robotics announced it will showcase its high payload collaborative robots at several partner booths during PACK EXPO 2024 in Chicago.

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Bota Systems launches SensONE T80 force-torque sensor for heavy payloads on cobots

October 15, 2024 · Bota Systems launched its new new SensONE T80 force-torque sensor, optimizing collaborative robots for heavy payloads, handling up to 80 Nm of torque.

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ARM Institute to fund $2.9 million for six new projects

August 12, 2024 · ARM selected six U.S. manufacturing development projects from its 24-01 Project Call to receive $2.9 million in funding, including AI, cobot, and machine learning technology.

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AI, sensor developer Forcen closes CA$8.35 million funding round

June 26, 2024 · Generative design tools and off-the-shelf development kits will help Forcen scale its force/torque sensor and edge AI offerings for less-structured robotics applications.

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Flexiv Rizon 4 adaptive robot arms get a grip on recycling

April 23, 2024 · In recognition of Earth Day, Flexiv announced an automated recycling station that uses its improved Grav Enhanced Gecko Gripper with Automated Cleaning Station.

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Flexiv deploys Rizon 4 for sanding window shutters

April 10, 2024 · General-purpose robot provider Flexiv deployed its Rizon 4 adaptive robot to automate the previously manual task of window shutter sanding at EsVata’s California factory.

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MODEX 2024: Verve Motion to showcase integrated data analytics platform

March 8, 2024 · Verve Logic analytics platform is now available as a standard feature on Verve Motion’s SafeLift exosuits for gathering data and generating individualized safety reports.

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Anyware Robotics unveils truck-unloading robot arm

February 7, 2024 · Following multiple pilot deployments, Anyware said its Pixmo case-handling robot arm for truck and container unloading will be made commercially available later in 2024.

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Suhner Promises Precise Finishing With EFC-02 Active Compliance System

October 5, 2023 · Suhner said its EFC-02 system is designed for ease of use and customization while providing accurate force and acceleration measurements.

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ATI Industrial Automation Integrates Multi-Axis Force/Torque Sensors With FANUC Robots

August 8, 2023 · ATI Industrial Automation and FANUC are offering their integrated force/torque sensors, robot arms, and software to industries needing reliable motion control for precise applications.

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ATI Goes After Metal Fabricators With New CGV-900 Compliant Angle Grinder

June 15, 2023 · ATI Industrial Automation's new product offers several features designed to streamline grinding and finishing processes.

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Touchlab Robot Has Haptic Perception, Could Help Reduce Spread of Hospital Infections

June 15, 2023 · Touchlab's three-month pilot at Laakso Hospital in Helsinki explores how robots can help deliver care, reduce workloads, and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

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