Humanoid robot skin senses people before contact
Working beside a metal humanoid robot would probably make you watch every step it takes. After all, a collision between a heavy robot and a human body will usually end worse for the person.
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An Italian startup called Generative Bionics made a humanoid robot named Gene.01. They covered the robot with a special skin that has many sensors. This skin can feel a person coming before the robot touches them. It also senses touch, temperature, and force. This helps the robot avoid hurting people.
Why it matters
Safer robots can work closer to humans in factories or hospitals. This could reduce accidents and make people feel more comfortable around machines.
- What is the name of the robot?
- The robot is called Gene.01.
- What can the robot's skin sense?
- It can sense a person approaching, as well as touch, temperature, and force.
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