NTU Singapore and Schaeffler launch new phase of partnership to accelerate AI-enabled humanoid robotics

“The next phase of collaboration at the Schaeffler Hub for Advanced Research at NTU marks a significant milestone in our long-standing partnership and reinforces our commitment to pioneering innovation in robotics and artificial intelligence. With a focus on advancing technologies for humanoid robotics, this partnership represents a key step forward in our holistic agenda to drive progress in this future field. Drawing on expertise across our eight product families, Schaeffler is best equipped to shape the future of humanoid robotics. By working closely with leading researchers at NTU, we strive to accelerate development and deliver value that resonates far beyond the regional level.”

“This expanded collaboration with Schaeffler reinforces NTU's position as a leading research university with strong multi-party partnerships between academia, industry, and public agencies. The corporate lab provides a platform for our researchers, doctoral candidates, and students to work on challenges in robotics alongside industry experts. We have also collaborated closely with Schaeffler engineers to develop robots that can co-work with humans, with advanced sensors improving sensitivity and safety, which has direct industrial impact. I’m confident that our innovations can boost the manufacturing sector and shape the future of autonomous and assistive robotics in Singapore and beyond.”

“We are excited to elevate our longstanding partnership with NTU to new heights. This collaboration has been a cornerstone of our innovation efforts, and together we are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in robotics and advanced innovation. By combining Schaeffler’s deep industry experience with NTU’s cutting-edge research and academic excellence, we are creating a powerful partnership. As a leader in motion technology, Schaeffler is proud to be part of Singapore's vibrant ecosystem, which continues to set the pace for technological advancement. Singapore’s reputation as a global hub for innovation, combined with its rich pool of talents, provides an ideal environment for this collaboration to thrive. We look forward to this next chapter, confident that together we will continue to lead and inspire innovation in this rapidly evolving field.”

“Schaeffler's continued investments in Singapore have contributed important capabilities to our advanced manufacturing ecosystem, and created highly skilled research, engineering and corporate jobs. The expanded corporate lab builds on the success of Schaeffler's longstanding partnership with Singapore's research community and universities, helping to connect academic research with real-world industry applications. This aligns with Singapore’s strategic interest to increase adoption of robotics and embodied AI in advanced manufacturing and unlock new opportunities across industries.”