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New Paths to Human-Level Dexterity
Humanoid robots and other general-purpose robotic platforms have made astonishing progress in locomotion and perception. Some can now run, jump, and even perform flips, while advanced computer vision enables object recognition at scale. Yet true human-level dexterity requires more than just bipedal agility or high-resolution cameras: it demands a refined sense of touch.
Recent innovations in embodied physical AI, miniaturized hydraulic actuators, and in-hand manipulation techniques are accelerating progress toward robots that can handle delicate tasks, such as sensing texture or gently manipulating fragile items, while still managing heavier loads with confidence. This leap in capability is driven by a market reality: industries from automotive to logistics face mounting labor shortages and seek robotic solutions that can flexibly handle tasks once considered too nuanced for automation.
Central to these developments is the integration of high-performance tactile systems. Where vision might fail (occluded environments, uncertain object shapes, or minuscule slips), a robust sense of touch offers real-time feedback that transforms clumsy mechanical arms into agile, perceptive manipulators. By bridging the gap between “seeing” and “feeling,” capacitive-based tactile solutions paired with intelligent controllers (Touch ICs) herald a new era of dexterous intelligence.
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