[Market Trends] Electronic skin could give robots a sense of touch | BBC News
π Revolutionizing Robotics: The Advent of Tactile Electronic Skin
Robots are integrating into our lives, taking over tasks traditionally done by humans. However, their lack of tactile sense limits their effectiveness. A company in Edinburgh is developing electronic skin to bridge this gap. This skin, made by printing sensors on flexible materials, enables robots to feel touch, enhancing their ability to handle delicate tasks and interact safely in complex environments. They've deployed a robot avatar equipped with this skin in a Finnish hospital, aiding nurses with patient care. This innovation could revolutionize robotics, making them capable of more sensitive and autonomous functions.