This novel sensor accurately recognizes and distinguish objects up to 10 centimeters – about four inches – away without needing to touch them physically. As such, the touchless sensor could ...

The flexible oe-skin sensor offers real-time pressure and chemical detection, paving the way for robots to interact more naturally with their environment.

A robot arm wrapped in sensor-laden skin has been given the ability to navigate using a keen sense of touch, a development that allows it to work closely and comfortably alongside humans.