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Kerala-based @Genrobotics inaugurated a new R&D and production facility in Thiruvananthapuram on October 7, 2026, to develop robotics for defence and space. This marks India's growing ambition to build advanced robotic systems for high-tech applications.

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@MinebeaMitsumi will showcase its precision-component technologies for robotics at RoboBusiness 2026, on October 20–21 in Santa Clara, California, highlighting the role of precision engineering in building more reliable robots.

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India exported $1.05 billion in solar modules in FY2025–26, but US trade restrictions pose risks. The government and India Exim Bank are helping manufacturers explore markets in Europe, Africa and Latin America to diversify customers and strengthen India’s solar export business.

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China’s removal of its 13% export VAT rebate on abrasives and ceramics could benefit Indian manufacturers like @CarborundumUniversal, @WendtIndia and @GrindwellNorton by reducing Chinese products’ price advantage.

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India’s semiconductor story is moving from factory launches to exports. New assembly plants are shipping packaged chips overseas, strengthening India’s role in the global chip supply chain.

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India-made telecom hardware is heading to Europe. @Ericsson plans to export antennas made in India, where it has produced 15,000+ antennas and 25 million components since July 2025 for 5G and AI-enabled networks—strengthening India’s role in global tech supply chains.

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@Teradyne is investing in Bright Machines to combine robotics, testing and software-defined manufacturing for more flexible AI-infrastructure production. This highlights mechatronics’ growing role in building the infrastructure behind AI.

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Can AI robots be trusted without strong cybersecurity? @Techman Robot’s TM AI Cobot S Series earned IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 certification after a DEKRA assessment. It covers vulnerability management, incident reporting and security updates as robots connect.

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What if humanoid robots were built as open platforms? @RoboParty unveiled RP1, a bipedal humanoid combining in-house actuators, real-time motion control and AI training, with up to 160 Nm peak joint torque. It shows how mechanics, control and AI converge in humanoid robotics.

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@Nikon announced a 3D vision tracking feature on 30 September 2026 that detects a workpiece’s position and orientation on a moving conveyor. This helps robots pick, insert and tighten components despite changing positions, making industrial automation more flexible.

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Could robots handle lab work in future space stations? @Honda and @Redwire announced on 1 October 2026 a concept combining Honda’s robotic hand with Redwire’s STAARK arm to handle research experiments in space. The system is still under development.

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@RobCo announced on 5 October 2026 that it reached a $1 billion valuation. Its two-armed “Alfie” robot is under development for complex industrial tasks, with a commercial launch targeted for March 2027, combining hardware and software for flexible automation.

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Can robots combine precision and safer collaboration? @Yaskawa’s MOTOMAN-HC12, announced on 14 September 2026, offers a 12 kg payload and 1,410 mm reach for flexible industrial automation in assembly, machine tending and material handling.

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@Epson Robots introduced its AX6 collaborative robot to the US market on 22 September 2026, featuring a 900 mm reach and 6 kg payload capacity. Designed for assembly and material handling, it combines motion control and safety systems for flexible industrial automation.

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Can robotics help people regain mobility? On 1 October 2026, @Wandercraft announced its acquisition of @EksoBionics, combining self-balancing robots and wearable exoskeletons for rehabilitation and mobility. The deal unites robotics and biomechanics to support human movement.

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@Momenta and Dongfeng Stellantis Automotive Technology are co-developing driver-assistance systems for future @Jeep and @Peugeot models, targeting China, Europe and other markets. The partnership highlights the growing role of intelligent software in automotive engineering.

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Can a delivery robot climb stairs? @Evri is testing a two-legged robot with @RefinedRobotics in the UK. It handles stairs, uneven surfaces and parcels up to 15 kg, combining mechanical design, sensors and control. Real-world trials will test performance in delivery environments.

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@SEMIFIVE and @Mobilint are developing an AI chip for robotics under South Korea’s on-device AI semiconductor programme, announced 1 October 2026. The project highlights smarter robots with less cloud dependence. On-device AI can reduce response times in autonomous systems.

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On Oct 1, @Agility Robotics + @FORT Robotics partnered to advance safety for next-gen humanoid Digit 5 — combining onboard safety with e-stop & facility systems to enable safer deployment in warehouses, manufacturing & logistics.

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Robots need more than cameras — they need depth perception. @Cognex plans to acquire @RealSense, expanding into 3D robotic vision. RealSense technology helps robots detect objects and understand their surroundings, a key step toward Physical AI and real-world autonomy.