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A&M - Humandoid Robot MTi-630

Helping Humanoid Robots to Walk, Run, and Recover Like Humans

Humanoid robots are leaving the lab and entering the real world. But to walk, run, and recover like humans, they need more than just programmed motion: they need balance.

Xsens industrial-grade inertial sensors give humanoids the ability to maintain stability under real-world conditions: uneven terrain, sudden pushes, vibrations, or magnetic disturbances. With high-frequency data, robust sensor fusion, and compact OEM form factors, Xsens sensors are trusted by leading robotics companies worldwide to keep their humanoids on their feet.

Why Xsens for Humanoid Robots?

Balance Like Humans

Xsens IMUs act as the robot’s inner ear, enabling natural, human-like stability.

High-Dynamic Accuracy

Up to 400 Hz orientation output for fast, precise control loops and agile recovery.

Compact & Efficient

OEM and SMD modules (as small as 12×12 mm), with low power consumption.

Developer-Ready

ROS 1/2 drivers, Nvidia Jetson-ready, cross-platform compatibility and plug-and-play APIs to accelerate integration.

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Addressing the Challenges of Balancing a Humanoid Robot

 

  • Robots tend to lose balance under dynamic conditions.
    Xsens sensor solutions provide high-rate inertial feedback (up to 400 Hz) for immediate posture adjustments.

  • Commodity IMUs drift too much
    All Xsens sensors are industrial-grade and come with advanced sensor fusion, ensuring robust and drift-resistant orientation.

  • Integration often takes too long
    We provide ready-to-use ROS 1/2 drivers,  Nvidia Jetson compatibility, and open-source SDKs to speed up development.

  • Space and power are limited
    Xsens compact modules with OEM/SMD form factors and low power consumption fit humanoid design constraints.

Xsens Sensor Modules

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MTi-630 AHRS

  • Robust orientation data up to 400 Hz.
  • Ideal for pelvis/torso placement in humanoids.
  • Proven performance: deplyed already in hundreds of humanoid robots.
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Xsens Avior AHRS

  • Premium OEM solution, low SwaP-C package.
  • High accuracy for demanding humanoid dynamics.
  • Wide interface support (UART, CAN, I2C, SPI, UART, RS232, RS424, optional EtherCAT).
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MTi-3 AHRS

  • Ultra-compact 12 × 12 mm SMD module for space-constrained humanoid designs.
  • Delivers reliable orientation (roll, pitch, yaw) with onboard sensor fusion.
  • Extremely lightweight and low power consumption, ideal for embedded robotics.
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Why Xsens

  • 25 Years of Motion Expertise
    Providing solutions in human and machine motion capture since 2000.

  • Accuracy You Can Rely On
    Advanced sensor fusion ensures stable orientation under vibration, shock, and magnetic disturbances.

  • Developer-Friendly
    ROS drivers, Nvidia Jetson-ready, and cross-platform APIs minimize integration effort.

  • Proven at Scale
    Already balancing hundreds of humanoid robots worldwide.

  • Global Support
    FAEs with direct humanoid robotics expertise in Europe, USA and Asia.
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