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自研指尖级仿生视触觉传感器,「一目科技」想要为机器人装上“能看见触感”的眼睛
3 6 Ke· 2025-11-20 08:07
Core Insights - The rapid development of humanoid robots, industrial automation, and smart home devices has made "perception capability" a core indicator of robotic intelligence. However, tactile perception has long been hindered by technological bottlenecks [1][5] - Yimu Technology, which has been focused on robotic perception for ten years, recently launched the world's thinnest bionic tactile sensor, opening new possibilities for the commercialization of "tactile intelligence" [1][3] Business Segments - The "Instrument Intelligence" segment, centered on chip-based molecular spectroscopy, has achieved mature commercialization with annual revenues reaching hundreds of millions and continuous profitability, primarily applied in water quality testing and laboratory analysis [2] - The "Electrical Intelligence" segment, aimed at AI integration in household robots and appliances, is in the early stages of large customer collaborations and is expected to scale up in the next one to two years [2] - The "Embodied Intelligence" segment, focused on tactile sensors, has secured numerous orders and is anticipated to experience explosive growth next year [2][3] Product Development - Yimu Technology's bionic tactile sensor features a contact surface mimicking human fingertip shape, with a thickness of only half that of similar products in the industry, addressing the common issue of excessive size in traditional tactile solutions [3][4] - The sensor incorporates self-developed perception algorithms to eliminate blind spots and achieve IP65 protection level, ensuring stability and accuracy in complex working conditions [3][4] - The sensor boasts micron-level deformation resolution, 0.005N force resolution, and a maximum output frame rate of 120fps, enabling robots to detect minute pressure changes and provide timely tactile feedback for precise operations [3][4] Material Science Breakthroughs - Yimu Technology has developed its own flexible electronic skin materials, breaking the reliance on imported materials and achieving stable performance under extensive testing conditions [4][5] - The company employs a self-developed full-stack simulation workflow in optical design, significantly accelerating product iteration and reducing development costs [4] Market Demand and Collaboration - The long-standing industry pain points have remained unresolved due to the multidisciplinary nature of tactile technology and the lack of mature solutions that activate market demand [5] - Following the product launch, major companies like Tesla and leading domestic robotics firms have shown interest, leading to signed cooperation contracts and entry into commercial applications [5] Future Plans - Yimu Technology plans to focus on the embodied intelligence sector, with a goal to release an improved version of the tactile alignment algorithm by 2026 and advance the next generation of tactile sensors [6] - The company aims for significant performance improvements in sensor capabilities while reducing costs through self-research, automated production, and bulk procurement [6] Competitive Strategy - The company emphasizes "strategic determination" and "systematic capability" as keys to maintaining a competitive edge, focusing on perception and related algorithms without venturing into robotics or gripper manufacturing [7] - Yimu Technology has established a complete process from market insight to industrial-scale production, gathering top talent from prestigious institutions [7]
雷鸟,又融了一轮 | 融中投融资周报
Sou Hu Cai Jing· 2025-11-08 02:47
Group 1: Investment Highlights - Thunderbird Innovation completed a record financing round in the AI+AR glasses sector, led by CITIC Jinshi, with funds aimed at accelerating technology development and ecosystem construction [2] - Time Technology raised 300 million RMB in a B++ round, marking its second financing round in 2025, and signed a procurement agreement for 350 eVTOL aircraft worth 1 billion USD with Autocraft [2] - Sensing Intelligence, focused on "robot perception," completed a Pre-A round financing with undisclosed amounts, aimed at enhancing technology development and market expansion [3] Group 2: Company Developments - Hongyi Technology, targeting AI+industrial digitalization, aims to provide comprehensive solutions for small and medium-sized manufacturers, with significant funding directed towards reducing AI usage barriers [4] - Suzhou Xinshi Nuo Semiconductor Equipment Co., Ltd. announced a strategic financing round to enhance R&D and market expansion in the semiconductor automation sector [5] - MatriQ, specializing in neutral atom quantum computing, completed a seed round financing to advance core technology development and industrial application [6] Group 3: Robotics and AI Integration - Alsaik, an intelligent pneumatic company, completed a multi-million Pre-A round financing to enhance product development and market positioning [7] - Simple AI, a company in the embodied intelligent robotics sector, raised 200 million RMB through consecutive seed rounds to support commercialization efforts [8] - The establishment of the Henan Electric Equipment Fund, with a scale of 300 million RMB, aims to invest in new electric equipment manufacturing, enhancing local industry development [9] Group 4: International Collaboration - A partnership between Binhai New Area and Yida Capital at the Future Investment Initiative Conference aims to strengthen cross-border capital and industry cooperation, with an initial agreement of 80 million USD [10] - A strategic action plan in Shandong focuses on advancing the robotics industry, aiming for significant technological breakthroughs and the establishment of innovation platforms by 2028 [11]