Comparisons, tests and products presentation

Starting a robotic manipulation project with PiPER: where should you begin? 28 September 2026 A robotic manipulation project can begin with a relatively simple task: grasping an object and moving it. Yet the same platform can later be used to explore motion planning, perception, robot learning and Embodied AI. Your choice of hardware should therefore[…]
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Outdoor robotics: why RB-VOGUI is relevant for applied research, agriculture and industry August 27, 2026 Developing a robot for an outdoor environment involves very different constraints from those encountered on a flat, controlled surface. The terrain changes, travel distances increase, localisation requirements evolve and sensors must continue to provide usable data in less predictable conditions.[…]
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Deep Robotics Lite 3 vs Unitree Go2: which quadruped robot should you choose for teaching, research and R&D? June 8, 2026 Quadruped robots are gaining ground in universities, research laboratories and R&D teams. They are no longer just impressive demonstration tools: they are becoming real working platforms for locomotion, perception, autonomous navigation and embedded AI.[…]
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K1 humanoid robot: a practical platform for higher education and research April 2, 2026 In many robotics programmes, students spend more time working with simulations or isolated software components than experimenting with a real humanoid robot. As a result, much of the work ends up being done in simulation, far from real-world constraints. Between cost,[…]
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ROS2 R&D Kit for mobile robots: simplified integration and development 27, March 2026 Most research teams spend their first 6 to 8 weeks struggling with ROS 2 setup before writing a single line of application code. Developing a mobile robot with ROS2 involves several technical steps: sensor integration, software configuration, communication between components, and access[…]
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UFactory: three robotic arms, three complementary profiles — Lite 6, xArm, 850 2 March 2026 For labs, innovation hubs, R&D teams, and education: a simple guide to easily choose between Lite 6, xArm, and 850, and match the right end-effector (gripper or vacuum) to your tasks. Key takeaways The UFactory lineup is compact: Lite 6,[…]
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Dynamixel: key checks before integrating a servo motor (XC/XM) 28 gennaio 2026 When building a multi-axis prototype (small manipulator arm, mobile robot, humanoid, demo unit…), the choice of servos often ends up structuring everything else: mechanics, power, wiring, control—and even the ability to iterate quickly.Dynamixel servos are frequently used in this context, especially in research[…]
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Ouster LiDAR: the benchmark for applied robotics 6 October 2025 In mobile robotics, everything starts with perception. Without reliable data, a robot cannot localize itself or understand its environment. That’s why Ouster LiDAR sensors have become a trusted choice for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals. They combine accuracy, durability, and easy integration — three key[…]
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UFactory: affordable, high-performance robotic arms for teaching and research 12 August 2025 In a laboratory or university, talking about robotic equipment often raises the same question: “Do we have the budget?” Many robotic arms are high-performance…but remain out of reach for an educational department or research centre. With its Lite 6 and xArm 6 models,[…]
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Why the Husky A300 is the ideal mobile robot for your outdoor projects 5 August 2025 Mobile robotics is evolving rapidly, particularly in outdoor environments. Whether for inspection, precision agriculture research or autonomous navigation in difficult terrain, outdoor projects require a robust, reliable and adaptable platform. The Husky A300, developed by Clearpath Robotics, is a[…]
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