Why Robot Arms Still Can't Master the Handshake

In this episode of The Robotics Business, Lucas and Luna explore why the simple human handshake remains one of the toughest challenges for robot arms. They break down the physics of compliant control, the role of torque sensors, and how companies like Universal Robots and Franka Emika are approaching the problem. The conversation touches on the safety standards that make physical human-robot collaboration possible, and why the handshake is a benchmark for future robots in healthcare and eldercare. If you've ever wondered why your robot vacuum still bumps into the sofa, this episode explains the gap between industrial precision and human-friendly interaction. It's a deep dive into the hardware and software challenges that define the next decade of automation. #RobotHandshake #CompliantControl #TorqueSensors #HumanRobotInteraction #CollaborativeRobots #UniversalRobots #FrankaEmika #IndustrialAutomation #RoboticsBusiness #BusinessAndTechnology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #RoboticsHardware #SafeAutomation #RobotSafety #EldercareRobots #AIAndRobotics #FutureOfWork Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo