[Special Series - Physical AI and Sensors ①] Sensors, the Starting Point Connecting Intelligence with Control and Safety
Published2026.05.06 16:28Focusing on humanoid robots as the representative technology of the Physical AI era, this article examines how sensors are being redefined beyond simple components to become a system competitive advantage.
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