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Enhancing Robotic Hands Dexterity using Touch ICs

Bringing human-level touch to machines

New Paths to Human-Level Dexterity

Tactile Intelligence for Robotics

Synaptics Touch ICs bring human-like touch to robots by combining high-sensitivity capacitive sensing with real-time AI processing. This enables nuanced interaction, from detecting subtle textures to securely gripping delicate or heavy objects.

Engineered for Dexterity

Designed specifically for robotic hands, grippers, and manipulators, our Touch ICs deliver low-latency, high-resolution feedback that transforms mechanical motion into intelligent, responsive movement.

Purpose-Built for Real-World Use

Unlike repurposed touch technologies, Synaptics’ ICs are built from the ground up to withstand dynamic environments—supporting dense sensor arrays, resisting noise, and adapting on the fly to shifting materials and tasks.

Benefits

Dynamic Force Range

Adjust grip force in real time from feather-light to heavy steel

Micro-Slip Detection

Detect & react to to micro-slips in sub-milisecond speed

True Full-Finger Tactile Coverage

Aggregating input from across the entire hand for nuanced object handling

AI-Driven Self Calibrating Grip

Solutions that continuously re-learn & adjust grip pressure dynamically

Industrial Grade SNR Stability

Harsh condition ready with dynamic temperature compensation

Sensor Fusion & Noise Rejection

Including embedded firmware that fuses & filters multi-sensor input in real time

Scalable + Custom Configs

High channel count & modular integration for simple to complex manipulation

Designed For High Throughput

Minimizes re-grasps, supports fast pick & place for higher performance

Applications that fit your needs

Humanoid Robot Hands

Enable robots to mimic the dexterity of human hands with fine tactile control across fingertips and palms. Touch ICs allow nuanced detection of object texture, shape, and pressure—crucial for tasks like object sorting, precision assembly, or delicate handling in real-world environments.

Collaborative Robots (Cobots)

Enhance safety and precision in human-robot interaction. Capacitive sensing empowers cobots to dynamically adjust grip strength, avoiding over-compression and ensuring safe operation in shared workspaces—ideal for light assembly, packaging, or logistics support.

Surgical Robotics

Provide sub-millimeter force feedback for high-precision surgical tools. Synaptics Touch ICs enable robotic instruments to "feel" tissue resistance and react instantly, improving control, safety, and outcomes in minimally invasive procedures.

Warehouse Automation

Improve handling of irregular, fragile, or unlabeled items in high-speed fulfillment environments. Touch sensors reduce errors by enabling robots to detect secure contact, correct grip slippage in real time, and handle a wide range of object shapes and weights without damage.

Agricultural Robotics

Allow robots to assess the softness, firmness, or ripeness of produce through direct contact. Touch ICs enable gentle picking and sorting of fruits and vegetables, enhancing yield quality and minimizing waste in automated farming systems.

The Synaptics Advantage

Unlike general-purpose touch solutions, Synaptics Touch ICs are designed from the ground up for robotic dexterity. With a heritage in high-precision HMI and a deep focus on physical AI, our solutions bridge the critical gap between vision and feel—unlocking smarter, safer, and more intuitive robotic systems.

 

 

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