Agility Robotics has implemented a safety system for robots to work alongside humans

Company Agility Robotics introduced a software update for its humanoid robots, allowing them to operate safely in shared workspaces without physical barriers. The new control system is designed to prevent collisions with employees in real-time.

The robot's algorithms can now recognize human presence and instantly react to changes in the environment. When an obstacle is detected in its path, the machine performs an emergency stop or squats to minimize the space occupied and avoid contact. These actions are performed in milliseconds thanks to the integration of depth sensors and an updated computer vision stack.

Developers emphasize that the implementation of these features allows for the abandonment of protective cages, which were previously a mandatory requirement for operating industrial robots. The system has undergone a series of tests in warehouse conditions, where robots interacted with personnel in a dynamic environment without incidents.

Technical director of the company Praveen Velagapudi noted that object recognition accuracy has been increased by 25% compared to previous firmware versions. The update is already available to the company's current clients using the Digit platform in logistics operations.

This solution changes the approach to integrating anthropomorphic systems into enterprise infrastructure. The ability to work in "open" mode without barriers reduces the time spent preparing sites and allows robots to move more efficiently through narrow passages, where previously it was required to completely stop human movement.