Robotics

Humanoid Robotics

Humanoid robotics require rugged, high-performance connectors that reliably handle power and high-speed digital signals throughout the robot, connecting data from channels such as sensor and vision systems to on-board processors. Signal integrity, EMC, and durability are critical considerations in connector selection, as well as resistance to environmental factors such as humidity and dust. All Samtec designs undergo Design Qualification Testing (DQT), and optional additional testing includes Extended Life Product™, and Severe Environment Testing.

The combination of AI at the edge and advanced machine vision found in humanoid robotics can leverage the advanced computing capabilities enabled by PICMG® COM-HPC® modules and carrier cards. Samtec COM-HPC® interconnect solutions support high-speed protocols like PCIe® 6.0 and 100 GbE while featuring weld tabs and alignment pins to enable a rugged connection in a robotics application.

Samtec customers often choose URSA® I/O ultra-rugged cable systems for use in humanoid robots. URSA® I/O cable-to-cable and cable-to-board solutions feature four points of contact in a small form factor with EMI shielding for use in high mating cycle, ultra rugged applications. Other popular products in humanoid robotic design include AcceleRate® Mini, mPOWER®, high-reliability Tiger Eye™ socket strips, Edge Rate® rugged high-speed connector strips, and flexible stacking connectors. Samtec can quickly customize a connector design to satisfy unique design needs.