TLDR: Singapore-based AI robotics company Sharpa has been honored with a CES 2026 Innovation Award for its groundbreaking AI Robotic Hand, SharpaWave. This dexterous robotic hand, featuring 22 active degrees of freedom and proprietary Dynamic Tactile Array technology, is designed to replicate human-like precision in grasping and manipulation, marking a significant advancement in general-purpose robotics.
SINGAPORE – Sharpa, a pioneering AI robotics company based in Singapore, has proudly announced that its flagship product, the advanced AI Robotic Hand named SharpaWave, has been recognized as a CES 2026 Innovation Awards Honoree in the highly competitive Robotics category. This prestigious award underscores Sharpa’s leadership in dexterous robotic manipulation and its commitment to advancing general-purpose AI robotics.
SharpaWave represents a significant leap forward in robotic technology, designed to mimic the intricate control and adaptability of the human hand. The human-scale robotic hand boasts 22 active degrees of freedom (DOF), enabling a wide range of movements and flexibility. A core component of its innovation is Sharpa’s proprietary Dynamic Tactile Array (DTA) technology.
To achieve its remarkable human-like sensitivity, SharpaWave incorporates visuo-tactile sensing, allowing for precise and adaptive manipulation. Each fingertip of the robotic hand integrates a miniature camera alongside over 1,000 tactile pixels. This sophisticated setup enables the hand to capture forces ranging from a feather-light touch to heavy loads with an impressive 0.005 N precision. Furthermore, SharpaWave is equipped with 6-dimensional force detection, which ensures dynamic grip control and effectively prevents slippage. Essentially, the SharpaWave ‘feels by seeing,’ a concept that revolutionizes robotic interaction with objects.
The product garnered global attention at the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2025). During the conference, Sharpa demonstrated SharpaWave’s capabilities through complex tasks, including tactile sensing, autonomous photo capture, and even engaging attendees in a game of blackjack, showcasing its unique blend of dexterity and intelligence.
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The annual CES Innovation Awards, organized by the Consumer Technology Association, are a hallmark of excellence in design and engineering within the tech industry. The 2026 program saw a record number of submissions, exceeding 3,600 entries. Winners are selected based on their demonstration of ‘exceptional innovation in design and engineering’ by an impartial judging panel. Sharpa’s recognition highlights its pivotal role in shaping the future of robotics.
