Robotics engineers argue real-world robots should be designed from workflow, not humanoid form

Vishay Precision Group argues that industrial robot design should start from the task, not a humanoid platform, citing a pin-insertion example.

It says a 0.2 N contact-force control could cut connector scrap from 1.2% to 0.5%, saving about $450,000 per assembly line annually.

The article says humanoid forms make sense mainly for brownfield sites built for people, while specialized robots suit greenfield facilities.