Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China International Industrial Expo (CIIF) Robot Exhibition will be held from September 23 to 27, 2025, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, showcasing over 350 renowned global enterprises across a display area of 56,000 square meters, emphasizing the integration of AI and robotics in industrial automation [4][12][19]. Group 1: Exhibition Overview - The CIIF has evolved into a significant international industrial brand exhibition since its inception in 1999, recognized by the International Exhibition Association (UFI) in 2009 [2]. - The 2025 Robot Exhibition will feature a large-scale display with participation from over 350 companies, including major international brands from countries such as Germany, Japan, and the USA, with foreign brands occupying over 40% of the exhibition area [12][19]. - The exhibition will cover the entire industrial chain, showcasing products from industrial robots to collaborative robots, smart logistics solutions, and core components [13]. Group 2: Industry Trends and Innovations - The exhibition will focus on five core areas: AI-driven robotics technology, automation solutions for SMEs, smart medical technology, mobile robotics applications, and networked production systems [8]. - The event aims to highlight the concept of "embodied industry," which enhances production efficiency and expands industrial boundaries through advanced robotics technology [13]. - The exhibition will also serve as a high-end communication platform, featuring the China Robot Summit Forum and the CIIF Robot Awards, fostering discussions on industry trends and innovations [14]. Group 3: Global Context - The CIIF Robot Exhibition is positioned as a key hub connecting cutting-edge robotics technology with China's vast market, showcasing China's unique path in the global manufacturing industry's intelligent transformation [19]. - The exhibition is part of a broader trend where global robotics events, such as the Automatica in Munich and iREX in Tokyo, highlight advancements in robotics and automation, with CIIF establishing itself as a significant player in this landscape [24].

Core Viewpoint - The generative AI and embodied intelligence industries are experiencing a transformative moment, with a focus on the integration of AI into various sectors and the acceleration of new intelligent species in robotics [1]. Event Overview - The AI + Robotics forum titled "Welcoming the Era of Human-Machine Symbiosis: Accelerating the Evolution of New Embodied Intelligent Species" is scheduled for August 29 at the National Convention Center in Beijing [1][5]. - The event is co-hosted by Baidu Smart Cloud, Silicon Star People Pro, and the Robot Lecture Hall, with support from BV Baidu Venture Capital, Yiyun Capital, and the Human-Robot Scene Application Alliance [1]. Key Topics and Speakers - The forum will feature discussions on embodied models, data, human-machine interaction, practical applications, and product internationalization [1]. - Notable speakers include: - Zhang Wei, Vice President of Baidu Smart Cloud, discussing the current state and challenges of embodied intelligent models [6]. - An assistant professor from Peking University, addressing the acceleration of embodied intelligent technology and product development [6]. - Zhang Longjun, responsible for the embodied intelligence track at Baidu Smart Cloud, focusing on the industrialization of embodied intelligence [6]. - Other experts from various organizations will cover topics such as innovation standards, data platforms, and end-to-end application development [7]. Exhibition and Interaction - The event will feature a technology exhibition covering over 10,000 square meters, with interactive sections including "Application Garden," "Technology Hot Island," and "Innovation Gravity Field," showcasing hundreds of AI application cases across various industries [1].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the innovative development of a soft robotic exoskeleton inspired by nature, specifically the design principles of certain marine creatures, which combines rigidity and flexibility to enhance the capabilities of soft robots [3][18]. Design and Structural Features - The core innovation of the origami exoskeleton lies in its intricate modular design, consisting of rigid frames at both ends connected by flexible thin steel panels [4]. - The trapezoidal geometry of the panels and their paired arrangement allow for a dual-stable behavior, enabling the structure to fold under compression and expand under tension, maintaining stability in both extreme positions [5]. - This structure exhibits highly anisotropic stiffness characteristics, providing high resistance to external loads in the in-plane direction while allowing significant deformation in the out-of-plane direction [7]. Mechanical Performance and Integration - The research team employed theoretical analysis, numerical simulation, and physical experiments to evaluate the mechanical performance of the origami modules [8]. - A single module can withstand an axial pressure of up to 6.24 kg while weighing only 30 grams, achieving a load-to-weight ratio of 208:1 [12]. - The introduction of Layered Elastic Twist (LET) joints further enhanced the load capacity in bent states by 23%, reaching 2.03 kg [12]. - The integration of the origami exoskeleton with soft actuators was achieved by wrapping it around the soft arm, enhancing structural stiffness and load-bearing capacity without altering the internal design of the actuators [14]. Application Demonstrations - The research team validated the application of the exoskeleton in two main areas: enhancing robotic arms on unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and integrating with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) [15]. - In UGV tests, a mechanical arm demonstrated the ability to navigate complex terrains and perform precise tasks, showcasing the advantages of extended reach and multi-directional bending [15]. - The UAV platform successfully executed challenging tasks, including a sequence of actions requiring different stiffness characteristics, demonstrating the potential for flexible control in aerial applications [16][17]. Conclusion and Future Prospects - This research presents an innovative and engineering-feasible solution to the stiffness-deformation dilemma in soft robotics, enabling soft actuators to achieve high stiffness for load-bearing while allowing for rapid shape changes when needed [18].

Core Insights - The development of dexterous hands is a critical bottleneck for practical embodied intelligence, as highlighted by Musk's statement that it may account for half of the humanoid robot's overall development difficulty [1] - Yuan Sheng Intelligent has recently completed financing of several tens of millions, led by Qian Cheng Capital, with participation from Xun Shang Venture Capital and existing shareholder Kunzhong Capital [1] - The company emphasizes practical design over theoretical performance, focusing on the 22 degrees of freedom found in human hands, prioritizing reliability over absolute performance metrics [1][2] Company Overview - Yuan Sheng Intelligent was established in November 2024, with a founding team from Tencent Robotics X, having over ten years of experience in dexterous hands and tactile perception [1] - The company has published nearly 50 top-tier papers and holds over 100 patents [1] - The founder, Yang Sicheng, stresses the importance of creating commercially viable products that can be validated in real-world scenarios [1] Technical Advantages - Yuan Sheng's main technical advantage lies in its full-stack development experience from 0 to 1 in both dexterous hands and tactile sensors [1] - The latest products have been optimized across multiple performance dimensions, including flexibility, response speed, load capacity, robustness, and tactile perception, aiming to create a balanced "hexagonal warrior" [1] Application Focus - The company initially targets semi-structured environments, such as flexible assembly tasks in factories, before exploring applications in domestic service scenarios as technology matures [2] - Yuan Sheng aims to become a "universal platform" by providing complete hardware, supporting software systems, foundational data, and demo cases to lower integration and development barriers for clients [2] Market Positioning - Despite being a relatively new entrant, Yuan Sheng is confident about its timing in the market, believing that China has the potential to transition from technology follower to global leader in the field of embodied intelligence [2] - The company is currently in a critical acceleration phase for technological breakthroughs and commercialization [2][3]

Core Viewpoint - Embodied AI is becoming a key force in advancing robotics from "executable" to "efficient excellence," addressing current research bottlenecks in hardware adaptability, high algorithm reproduction costs, and the disconnection in the "perception-decision-execution" chain [1][4][21]. Group 1: Research Bottlenecks - Current research teams face three main bottlenecks: insufficient hardware platform adaptability, high costs of algorithm reproduction, and the disconnection in the "perception-decision-execution" chain [1]. - The lack of general-purpose robots to meet the refined needs of multi-modal data collection is a significant challenge [1]. - The complexity of heterogeneous data processing and model training cycles adds pressure to research efforts [1]. Group 2: Technical Sharing Event - A recent technical sharing live stream titled "Frontier Practice of Embodied Intelligence" hosted by Shihe Robotics attracted over 7,000 viewers, focusing on the integration of advanced algorithms with robotic hardware [1][4]. - Dr. Hu systematically analyzed six categories of VLA (Vision-Language-Action) algorithms and demonstrated the reproduction of the RDT (Robotics Diffusion Transformer) model on real hardware [1][4]. Group 3: EA200 Robot Introduction - The EA200 robot, based on Shihe's years of expertise in mobile chassis and dual-arm collaboration, serves as a stable and comprehensive platform for embodied research [7]. - EA200 features a multi-dimensional perception input matrix, enhancing environmental understanding and human-robot interaction capabilities [9]. - The robot's 6-degree-of-freedom arm system supports high-load capabilities and complex dual-arm collaborative tasks, providing quality action execution and sample collection for models like RDT [9][15]. Group 4: Software and Computational Support - EA200 integrates the ROS2 navigation system and proprietary algorithms, supporting a full process from environment mapping to autonomous navigation, significantly reducing the complexity and cost of secondary development [11]. - The robot is equipped with external inference industrial computers and training servers to meet real-time response and large-scale training computational requirements [13]. - EA200 enables multi-modal data collection, model training optimization, and embedded inference deployment, effectively shortening the cycle from algorithm design to experimental validation [13][15]. Group 5: Market Positioning and Value Proposition - EA200 targets the robotics research and education market, providing a complete and user-friendly research support platform for universities, research institutes, and corporate R&D departments [16]. - The robot accelerates research rather than replacing it, standardizing key parameters to lower the threshold for algorithm reproduction and enhance model generalization [16]. - EA200 can simulate various real environments, supporting algorithm validation under different conditions, thus addressing the urgent need for standardized research platforms in embodied intelligence technology [16][18]. Group 6: Future Outlook - Embodied intelligence is positioned as a crucial direction for the evolution of AI and robotics, with VLA algorithms enabling robots to better understand human intentions and execute complex operations [19]. - Shihe Robotics aims to be an "enabler" in this breakthrough, allowing researchers to focus on algorithm innovation while minimizing hardware platform adaptation efforts [21]. - The launch of EA200 marks a significant transition for Shihe from a component supplier to a provider of integrated solutions, reflecting a deep understanding of market pain points and a strategic response to the growing demand for embodied intelligence [21].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the development and potential applications of a new wearable hand exoskeleton robot, MRHE, which significantly enhances grip strength and endurance while reducing fatigue during high-load tasks [1][3][6]. Group 1: Technology and Innovation - The MRHE system, developed by a collaborative team from Chinese University of Science and Technology and the University of Wollongong, utilizes magnetorheological (MR) actuators to improve hand grip strength and endurance without relying on external power sources [3][5]. - The MR actuator can output a maximum force of 1046N with only 5W of power consumption, achieving a force-to-power ratio that is an order of magnitude better than existing technologies [5][12]. - The system can provide a maximum assistive force of 788N for the entire hand, significantly enhancing the user's grip capabilities [5][25]. Group 2: Performance Testing and Results - Experimental results indicate that the MRHE can increase grip strength by an average of 85.8N, which is 41.8% higher than without the device, demonstrating its effectiveness in enhancing grip without external energy consumption [22][30]. - In endurance tests, participants wearing MRHE showed a 60% reduction in grip strength loss and doubled their endurance time in hanging challenges, indicating a substantial improvement in muscle fatigue management [24][25][27]. - The MRHE has shown promising results in simulated rescue scenarios, allowing users to move heavy objects more easily while reducing muscle exertion by 52% [27][28]. Group 3: Design and Components - The MRHE consists of six main components, including the MR actuator, power management board, force transmission linkages, and a lightweight exoskeleton structure designed for user comfort and efficiency [13][16]. - The innovative design of the MR actuator incorporates a ball screw mechanism and MR bearings, optimizing the conversion of rotational motion to linear motion while maintaining low energy consumption [9][11]. - The system's control mechanism allows for seamless switching between grip enhancement and endurance support based on user intent, showcasing its adaptability for various applications [20][21].

Group 1 - Robocore Technology, a Hong Kong robotics startup, recently secured a $10 million investment from Foxconn Technology Group, marking the first tranche of its Series D funding, with options for two additional $10 million investments in 2026 and 2027, giving Foxconn a 6.6% stake in Robocore [2] - Robocore was founded in 2018 by engineer Roy Lim and initially served as the exclusive distributor of Temi wheeled robots in Hong Kong, acquiring the Israeli company last year [2] - Foxconn is reportedly in talks with Nvidia to deploy humanoid robots in a Houston factory for the production of AI servers, and has previously collaborated with Shenzhen-based UBTECH Robotics to deploy humanoid robots in its factories [2] Group 2 - Boston Dynamics has trained a new large behavior model (LBMs) for its Atlas humanoid robot, enabling it to perform complex tasks requiring long-term planning, utilizing its unique capabilities such as walking, precise foot placement, and avoiding self-collision [5] - The LBM model converts inputs like images, proprioception, and language prompts into action commands for the Atlas robot, operating at a frequency of 30Hz [5] Group 3 - UBTECH Robotics has led the establishment of two national technical standards for humanoid robots, focusing on positioning and navigation, and human-robot interaction, aiming to support the development and standardization of humanoid robot technology [6] - The company has previously spearheaded the first batch of national standards for humanoid robot operational requirements and plans to continue its involvement in industry standardization efforts [6] Group 4 - Shengshi Technology announced plans to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary, Shenzhen Feifeite Cultural Innovation Co., Ltd., with an investment of 10 million yuan, aiming to combine AI and humanoid robot technology with innovative products for emotional interaction [9] - The company has acquired core assets from Aldebaran Robotics, focusing on educational and commercial robots to diversify its business [9] Group 5 - Grebo signed a cooperation agreement with Zhejiang Zhiding Robotics at the inaugural partner conference of Zhiyuan Robotics, marking a significant step in expanding its presence in the embodied intelligence sector [12] - The collaboration aims to enhance the global market reach of commercial cleaning robots, leveraging Grebo's overseas channel resources to increase product market share [12] - This partnership is seen as a key component of Grebo's strategic layout in the embodied intelligence field, promoting resource complementarity and collaborative development [12]

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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is the announcement of the valid candidate lists for the 2025 academician elections of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, highlighting the inclusion of experts in the robotics field [1][2][3]. Group 2 - The Chinese Academy of Sciences has 639 valid candidates for the 2025 election, with 8 experts in the robotics field [1]. - The Chinese Academy of Engineering has 660 valid candidates for the 2025 election, with 6 experts in the robotics field [1].

Core Viewpoint - Shouxing Technology, a leading company in the field of humanoid robots, has successfully completed a Series A financing round, indicating strong market confidence in its technology and commercialization prospects [1][3]. Company Overview - Founded in June 2024 and headquartered in Shanghai, Shouxing Technology focuses on embodied intelligence, led by Dr. Hu Yuhang, a PhD from Columbia University, and a team of elite professionals from top global institutions [3][5]. - The company's vision is to integrate cutting-edge AI and robotics to create humanoid robots capable of deep interaction and emotional resonance, transitioning service robots from mere "functional tools" to "emotional partners" [3]. Technology and Innovation - Shouxing Technology has established three core technological pillars to define "humanoid perception," focusing on giving robots more human-like appearances and behaviors [7]. - The company employs autonomous learning technology that breaks away from traditional pre-set models, utilizing self-supervised learning and self-modeling techniques to enable robots to adapt and evolve continuously [8]. - The Emotional Foundation Model addresses the industry's challenge of insufficient emotional interaction data, allowing robots to interpret emotions and generate empathetic responses, thus driving deeper human-robot interactions [10]. - The company has developed fully self-researched humanoid facial hardware that accurately replicates facial structures and expressions, aiming to evoke natural empathy from users and avoid the "uncanny valley" effect [12]. Product Offering - The core product, Emo robot, is the world's first humanoid platform capable of real-time facial expression feedback, suitable for emotional companionship in homes and public service scenarios [12]. - Emo robot's ability to trigger emotional resonance makes it an effective tool in attention economy contexts, such as retail and experiential marketing, by converting emotional engagement into traffic and brand value [12]. Commercial Strategy - Shouxing Technology's commercialization strategy emphasizes the importance of emotional connection over mere verbal interaction, positioning humanoid robots as superior to traditional voice assistants [14]. - The company plans to deploy robots in emotionally rich interaction scenarios, such as flagship stores and theme parks, to quickly establish emotional connections and perceived value [14]. - Internal testing of Emo robots is set to begin by the end of the year, marking the first phase of user engagement [14].