Kollmorgen to Address Humanoid Motion Challenges at RoboBusiness
Kollmorgen will present a joint-by-joint approach to humanoid robot motion at RoboBusiness 2026, highlighting the challenges of scaling from prototype to production.
Humanoid robot manufacturers are grappling with a critical hurdle: transitioning from functional prototypes to scalable, manufacturable products. According to Kollmorgen, the bottleneck lies not in conceptual design but in the mismatch between rapid software iteration and slower hardware development. While software evolves in weeks, motion hardware takes months to move from design to functional samples and years to reach volume production.
Kollmorgen’s global director of business development for robotics, Yoshi Umeno, will address this challenge at RoboBusiness 2026 in Santa Clara, California, on October 20-21. His session, titled *A Joint-by-Joint Guide to Humanoid Motion*, is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. PT on the first day of the event.
## Reframing Humanoid Motion for Scalability
Umeno’s presentation will shift the focus from a one-size-fits-all approach to a zone-by-zone architecture, emphasizing the unique demands of each body segment in humanoid robots. He will discuss the complexities of scaling motion hardware for mass production and offer a practical framework for evaluating motion control partners. His talk will also highlight comprehensive solutions and co-engineering support to streamline the path from prototype to production.
Umeno brings extensive expertise in motion control for humanoids, including actuators, motors, drives, and precision components. As part of Regal Rexnord, Kollmorgen has a strong track record of collaborating with leading humanoid robot manufacturers worldwide.
## RoboBusiness 2026: A Hub for Robotics Innovation
RoboBusiness 2026 is a premier event for commercial robotics developers, offering insights into cutting-edge research, industry trends, and applications across manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and logistics. Attendees can network with industry experts during events like the Mix and Mingle reception on the first day and the Women in Robotics Luncheon on the second day.
Early registration discounts are available for full conference passes, with a $200 savings for those who register before August 31. Special rates are also offered for academic institutions, associations, and corporate groups. For more information on discounts, contact events[at]arrowfly.com. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available; interested parties can download the prospectus or contact Colleen Sepich at csepich[AT]arrowfly.com.
