Synapticon and Generative Bionics have entered into a partnership to develop propulsion systems for humanoid robots. The goal is to establish a European supply chain for the development, manufacturing, certification, and integration of the technology, as well as to reduce dependence on external suppliers.
read more...Artificial Intelligence for the Physical Space
Alibaba is expanding its Qwen model family with a robotics suite for Physical AI. The three models—for manipulation, navigation, and simulation—are designed to assist autonomous robots with complex tasks in real-world environments.
read more...An industry survey shows that 82 percent of decision-makers in Germany view humanoid robots as a key driver of innovation and are calling for greater development and support of the technology, following the international model.
read more...International Federation of Robotics
In the U.S., sales of industrial robots rose by 11% compared to the previous year: 38,000 units were newly installed in 2025. This significant recovery is driven by robust growth in the food industry and other non-manufacturing sectors. However, the automotive industry remains the largest customer sector.
read more...Schunk is entering into a new development partnership with Robert Bosch Robotics. Their shared goal is to develop an industrial-grade robotic hand that can be integrated into various humanoid robot systems.
read more...International Federation of Robotics
The 2026 “Award for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Robotics & Automation” (IERA) goes to the Swiss deep-tech company Verity for its fully autonomous indoor drone system. The flying robots support the logistics and retail sectors by continuously monitoring inventory levels without GPS or human intervention.
read more...Humanoid robotics from Germany
Humanoid robotics: With the Iggy Rob Home, igus presents a service robot for industry and everyday life. What's behind it.
read more...Humanoid robots working in factories has long been considered a vision of the future. Siemens, Nvidia and the British start-up Humanoid have now brought this moment a little closer - with a tangible practical test under real conditions.
read more...A new benchmark from Fraunhofer IPA is intended to enable the first standardized and neutral analysis of humanoid robots for industrial use based on six key criteria.
read more...New sales and service unit in Gurugram
Yamaha Motor is opening a new Robotics Business Support Division in India to strengthen sales and service in the growing robotics market. The unit will support SMT systems and industrial robots, among other things, and will be complemented by a showroom that provides a hands-on experience of manufacturing applications.
read more...Why the future of robotics depends not only on software, but also on high-precision stator and rotor laminations inside the motor.
read more...Infineon Startup Challenge 2026
Infineon brings together young deep-tech companies worldwide to drive innovation in humanoid robotics. The focus is on hardware and system solutions from sensor technology to motor control. Applications are still possible until May 27, 2026.
read more...Quality controls in production
How can complex components in automotive production be inspected fully automatically and in real time with the help of machine vision and robotics? The case study shows how floor pans are measured and inspected fully automatically.
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With its 15th five-year plan, China has placed robotics at the center of its new industrial strategy. The aim is to focus AI research on physical applications and use robotics as the main driver of economic growth.
read more...Many developments in the field of artificial intelligence have so far failed to be transferred from the research lab to industrial practice. The spin-off Athenyx Robotics from RWTH Aachen University aims to change this: The start-up transfers robotics research results into real production environments.
read more...Physical AI with virtual twins and robotics
Dassault Systèmes and Neura Robotics combine virtual twin technologies and cognitive robotics to scale physical AI. The partnership combines virtual planning, AI training and real automation in a continuous end-to-end pipeline.
read more...In the copyright dispute between Teradyne Robotics and Elite Robots Germany, the Hamburg Regional Court has issued an interim injunction. The distribution of the software and products concerned is prohibited, and there is also a comprehensive obligation to provide information.
read more...Students show Smart Factory and Industry...
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits the ZVEI stand at the Hannover Messe and talks to pupils from the David Roentgen School. A smart factory and an AI-supported co-robot are presented as part of Industry 4.0 projects and the promotion of young talent.
read more...RobCo at the Hannover Messe 2026
RobCo is presenting a new industrial robotics system for dynamic tasks in industry at the Hannover Messe. With 'Autonomous Alfie', the company is opening up a new category of robotic solutions. This allows tasks in which processes, objects and environmental conditions vary to be increasingly automated.
read more...Actuator platform for humanoid robotics
Schaeffler was honored with the Hermes Award 2026 at the Hannover Messe. The award-winning actuator platform reduces installation space, increases torque and lowers system costs in service robotics.
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