Updated continuously · Last updated July 27, 2026
Four pillars of the RobotWale library - from humanoids to the AI stack underneath.
Tesla Optimus, Figure 02, Unitree H1, Apptronik Apollo and more.
Explore →VLA models, imitation learning and the robotics foundation models.
Explore →Robot vacuums, cooking bots and the robots already living in Indian homes.
Explore →DJI Agras, Garuda Aerospace, ideaForge and India's drone wave.
Explore →Fresh from the library.

An objective analysis of the Tesla Optimus humanoid robot program, tracking its evolution from the Gen 1 prototype unveiled in 2021 to the refined Gen 2 hardware deployed in Tesla factories. This report evaluates technical specifications, deployment status, pricing claims, and availability in the Indian market.

An analysis of how international export regimes including the Wassenaar Arrangement and US EAR impact the availability, pricing, and development of humanoid robots in India.

An objective analysis of ISO standards governing industrial and service robotics, focusing on implementation realities in India, including cost implications for safety components and regulatory compliance under the Bureau of Indian Standards.

A detailed analysis of the EU AI Act’s classification of autonomous systems, focusing on high-risk categories, safety obligations, and the practical implications for manufacturers exporting to Europe or operating within the European Economic Area.

A detailed breakdown of the Drone Rules 2021, Digital Sky Platform, and licensing requirements enforced by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. This guide clarifies licensing categories, insurance mandates, and no-fly zones for commercial operators.

An analysis of venture capital flow into India's robotics sector, evaluating the investment thesis of Sequoia, Accel, and Blume. This report grades claims by hardware shipping, pilot deployments, and funding announcements, highlighting the gap between humanoid hype and deployable industrial automation.

An evidence-based review of the robotics M&A landscape, focusing on Hyundai Motor Group’s acquisition of Boston Dynamics and Amazon’s majority stake in Agility Robotics. This report grades claims based on shipping hardware, pilot deployments, and announcements, with specific attention to India availability and landed costs.

An analysis of publicly traded robotics companies, distinguishing between revenue-generating industrial hardware and speculative humanoid announcements. Focus on established players like ABB and Intuitive Surgical, the absence of pure-play humanoid IPOs, and access for Indian investors.

A grounded analysis of the latest funding rounds for Figure, 1X, Apptronik, and Sanctuary AI, evaluating capital efficiency against shipping hardware reality and India market availability.
Humanoid launches, deployments, funding and India-focused coverage - in one place.






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