Meta is developing a robotic arm that will enhance human-robot interaction

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Meta, in partnership with GelSight and Wonik Robotics, is developing a robotic hand that can perceive and interact with its surroundings.

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Meta’s New Stride in Robotics

On October 31, 2024, Meta publicly released several new research artifacts that show the advancement in touch perception, dexterity, and human-robot interaction.

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The New Research Tools

Meta Sparsh is the first general-purpose touch encoder that operates on multiple sensors and tasks. It leverages self-supervised learning, avoiding the need for labels.

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Meta Sparsh: Next-Gen Touch Encoder

Equipped with 18 sensing features, Meta Digit 360 provides human-level tactical precision, enhancing robotic dexterity and responsiveness.

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Meta Digit 360: Advanced Fingertip Sensor

Meta Digit Plexus introduces a streamlined hardware-software interface, making it easier to integrate tactical sensors into robotic systems.

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Meta Digit Plexus: Unified Interface

Meta says that collaborating within the industry is the best way to advance robotics for the greater good.

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Industry Partnership for Progress

By expanding the capabilities in touch perception and robotics, Meta aims to enable new possibilities and use cases across medical fields like medical, manufacturing, energy, and more.

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Meta’s Vision For Future