Group 1 - NEURA Robotics is negotiating for up to $1.2 billion in funding and has secured €120 million in investments along with $1 billion in orders from notable clients like Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Omron [1] - NEURA Robotics positions itself as Germany's only humanoid robotics company, leading in the cognitive and humanoid robotics market [1] - The company will showcase its humanoid robots and new software applications at an event in Munich, potentially demonstrating unprecedented home integration scenarios [1] Group 2 - Hexagon AB launched its first humanoid robot, AEON, designed to address real-world customer challenges and alleviate labor shortages [5] - AEON integrates Hexagon's sensor suite with advanced motion control, AI-driven task management, and spatial intelligence, catering to a wide range of industrial applications [5] - The robot aims to enhance safety and promote autonomy in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, transportation, and manufacturing [5] Group 3 - The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has approved the use of the DODGER unmanned ground robot system for various logistical tasks within the Ukrainian Armed Forces [7] - DODGER can carry a payload of up to 250 kilograms and is designed to assist in battlefield operations, including evacuating injured soldiers [7] - The robot features armor protection to withstand bullets and shrapnel, reflecting the operational experiences of the Ukrainian military [7] Group 4 - The iRonCub, a jet-powered robot, has successfully flown approximately 1.5 feet off the ground, marking the beginning of its flight career [10] - This prototype aims to navigate between ground and aerial maneuvers in extreme terrains and disaster-stricken environments [10] - iRonCub is developed from the iCub robot and features an AI control system, with plans for further flight testing at a designated area in Genoa Airport [10] Group 5 - H2L has developed a new device for transmitting full-body movements and strength, creating immersive shared experiences between humans, robots, and virtual avatars [12] - The "capsule interface" technology allows users to control humanoid robots remotely, showcasing precise body movements and force transmission [12] - This advanced system utilizes muscle displacement sensors to monitor subtle changes in muscle tension, differentiating it from traditional remote operation methods [12]