2026-07-06 00:31 UTCSummary onlyUpdated: 2026-09-06 03:24 UTC

China wants to solve the hardest problem in robotics – making hands

Race to develop ‘embodied AI’ focuses on creating dextrous hands to transform humanoid robots from gimmicks into useful products

SourceThe Guardian AIAuthor: Amy Hawkins in Beijing

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Human hands are extremely complex, requiring precise neurological instructions for simple tasks.
Chinese companies like LinkerBot and Wuji Technology are focusing on hardware and software challenges to create functional robotic hands.
Data collection for training spatial intelligence models remains a major hurdle, with methods like teleoperation and sensor gloves being used.
The goal is to enable robots to perform daily tasks and potentially become household helpers.

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