Humanoid
The humanoid robotics sector has seen a surge of startups and software companies over the past year, attracting billions in investment and widespread media coverage. While some humanoids are in commercial trials, semi-humanoid and nonhumanoid mobile manipulators are already being deployed in factories and warehouses. This free download examines the current state of mobile manipulator and humanoid development, addressing technical concerns such as power management, affordable 360-degree perception, and data collection for AI and world models.
The Robot Report spoke with industry experts to get beyond the hype and learn where bimanual manipulation and legged robots are heading.
The report includes a compiled list of more than 200 verified humanoid robot providers, noting their locations, system types, and whether their products are in development or available for sale. At the 2026 Robotics Summit & Expo, a keynote session discussed the challenges and choices in bringing advanced systems to maturity, with panelists sharing lessons from the automotive industry on scaling.
Additionally, the report features a discussion with Jan Zizka, CEO of Brightpick, a leading provider of mobile manipulators. Zizka talks about combining an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) with a manipulator arm and gripper, and the debate between specialization and general-purpose robotics. Lattice Semiconductor examines the need for reliability and security in AI-enabled humanoid robots, particularly in public-facing applications, offering practical recommendations for developers. Palm Garden AI shares its observations on training humanoid service robots, having built its Coherence Guard on hospitality and therapeutic experiences, and is working on a patented layer to guide social interaction.
Source: The Robot Report