Sanctuary AI has integrated advanced tactile sensors into its Phoenix general-purpose robots, marking a breakthrough in physical AI. The Vancouver-based company says the technology enhances precision and dexterity, allowing robots to execute touch-driven tasks with greater accuracy.
CEO James Wells highlights the importance of touch in human-level dexterity, enabling features like blind picking and force control. As global labor shortages persist, Sanctuary AI’s sensor-equipped robots offer an efficient alternative to manual labor. The firm, recently ranked third globally for AI robotics patents by Morgan Stanley, continues to push autonomous labor innovation forward.
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