Melexis hooks up with OYMotion on robotic hands

By embedding sensing directly into application-ready modules, Melexis will enable faster integration and reduce development complexity for robotics manufacturers, supporting quicker adoption of advanced sensing capabilities.

Having moved from prototyping into the industrialization phase, these modules are now being prepared for broader deployment into scalable, production-ready solutions. For robotics OEMs, Tactaxis modules represent a clear step forward in enabling true tactile sensing in robotics, bringing more precise, responsive interaction closer to real-world applications.

Tactaxis is a magnetic-based tactile sensing technology that enables true 3D detection of force, position, and interaction. It converts physical touch into precise, real-time data, supporting more controlled, responsive, and adaptable interactions. While robotics systems have made significant advances in vision and actuation, the ability to reliably detect and interpret physical interaction remains a key limitation, one that Tactaxis® fingertip modules resolve.

Bringing together teams and key stakeholders across both companies, the project covered the full integration scope, from mechanical and electronic design through to calibration and system-level optimization within a condensed timeframe. The resulting system provides a tangible demonstration of Tactaxis technology ahead of future mass production and shows how sophisticated tactile sensing can elevate robotic manipulation capabilities in real-world conditions.

“Our work with OYMotion is an important step in demonstrating how our tactile sensing can elevate real robotic systems,” said Vincent Hiligsmann, Chief Innovations Officer at Melexis. “Today, the robotics industry is advancing faster than defined requirements, and the sense of touch remains a key limitation. With Tactaxis we are addressing that gap through true 3D sensing and industrialized fingertip modules that can be deployed at scale. It is this combination of capability and manufacturability that will be key in enabling broader adoption of tactile sensing across next-generation robotic platforms.”

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