Summary:

 

RoBee is a cognitive humanoid robot developed in Italy by Oversonic Robotics. Designed for industrial automation, healthcare support, and advanced logistics, RoBee integrates AI‑driven perception, adaptive manipulation, and safe human‑robot collaboration. It debuted in Europe and expanded to the U.S. market in 2026. 

 

Editorial:

 

RoBee represents Italy’s strongest entry into the global humanoid robotics race. Unlike factory‑focused humanoids built purely for strength or speed, RoBee is engineered for regulated, safety‑critical environments such as hospitals, aerospace facilities, and smart factories. Its cognitive platform allows it to interpret human intent, adapt to changing workflows, and operate alongside people without the need for cages or isolation zones.

 

At CES 2026, RoBee became a standout example of Italy’s growing robotics capability, showcasing a full‑size humanoid with industrial‑grade sensing, autonomous navigation, and real‑time defect detection. Its expansion into the U.S. market signals Oversonic’s ambition to position RoBee as a practical, deployable humanoid for real‑world operations. 

 

Specifications:

 

Dimensions & Build

(Oversonic does not publish height/weight.)  

- Design Intent: Cognitive humanoid for regulated, safety‑critical environments  

- Construction:  

  - Industrial‑grade humanoid frame  

  - Cognitive AI architecture  

  - Safety‑certified design for healthcare + industrial use  

 

Mobility

- Locomotion: Bipedal walking  

- Capabilities:  

  - Obstacle avoidance  

  - Stand‑up‑from‑fall  

  - Running 100 m  

  - Walking stairs  

  - Stable navigation in factories and hospitals  

 

Degrees of Freedom

- Total DOF: Not published  

- Arms: Multi‑DOF industrial arms  

- Hands: Not published  

- Legs: Full bipedal DOF  

 

Actuation

- Actuator Type: Not published  

- Capabilities:  

  - Adaptive, safe manipulation  

  - Industrial‑grade durability  

 

Manipulation

- Capabilities:  

  - Cognitive pick‑and‑place  

  - Product handling  

  - Defect detection  

  - Logistics cooperation  

  - Healthcare‑safe manipulation  

 

Perception & Sensors

Confirmed capabilities:  

- Cognitive perception stack  

- Defect‑detection vision  

- Smart‑factory data collection  

- Obstacle‑aware navigation 

 

Compute & AI

- AI System: Oversonic cognitive platform  

- Capabilities:  

  - Autonomous task planning  

  - Cognitive decision‑making  

  - Industrial workflow integration  

  - Healthcare‑compliant operation  

 

Battery & Power

- Power Source: Electric  

- Runtime: Not published  

- Charging: Not published  

 

Connectivity

- Smart‑factory integration  

- Production‑line monitoring  

- Logistics‑system cooperation  

 

Applications

- Industrial automation  

- Semiconductor manufacturing (STMicroelectronics)  

- Healthcare and care services  

- Aerospace manufacturing  

- Advanced logistics  

- Data gathering and defect detection  

 

Pricing

- $120,000 – $140,000

 

Oversonic has NOT published:  

- Height  

- Weight  

- DOF breakdown  

- Joint torque  

- Joint speed  

- Camera resolution  

- Battery capacity  

- Runtime  

- Environmental ratings (IP, temperature, humidity)  

 

Image: @KeinODonovan

 

Company Source:

 

https://www.oversonicrobotics.com

 

Key News & Coverage:

 

https://www.oversonicrobotics.com

www.youtube.com/@oversonicrobotics