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The Quest to Make Humanoid Robots Safe Enough for Humans
As humanoid robots increase in weight and power, manufacturers are racing to establish safety standards before a formal ISO protocol arrives in 2028.
What: The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is preparing safety standards for human-robot interaction by mid-2028. Companies are currently developing independent mechanical and software safeguards to prevent accidental injury as heavier robots move into shared workspaces.
Why it matters: The transition from controlled factory settings to human-centric environments requires shifting from simple physical barriers to software-defined safety, creating a new technical moat for robotics firms.
Original article
One of the biggest challenges for robot makers is ensuring that they don't hurt humans. The machines are getting bigger and heavier, which increases their potential for damage. The International Organization for Standardization is expected to publish a standard for humanoid robot safety by mid-2028, but robot makers are already coming up with their own solutions. This article looks at some of those solutions.
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