### Abstract: Casia Hand Series of Anthropomorphic Dexterous Robot Hands Wins Top Honors at the 49th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions The 49th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, one of the world's oldest and largest invention exhibitions, took place recently in Geneva, Switzerland. The event, which has been held annually since 1973, is co-organized by the Swiss Federal Government, the State of Geneva, the City of Geneva, and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This year, the exhibition featured over 1,000 innovative projects from nearly 40 countries and regions. A notable achievement at the exhibition was the awarding of the "Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions Gold Medal" and the special award "ISTA Global Innovation and Invention Award" to the Casia Hand series of anthropomorphic dexterous robot hands. These robot hands were developed by a research team led by Dr. Wang Peng from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). The Casia Hand series comprises three distinct models: the anthropomorphic degree-of-freedom (DOF) type, the general-purpose type, and the high-speed adaptive type. Each model is designed to cater to different application scenarios while maintaining a high level of dexterity and efficiency. 1. **Anthropomorphic DOF Type**: This model features 25 joint DOFs and 21 actuation DOFs, making it highly sophisticated and closely mimicking the human hand. It is primarily intended for research applications, providing a platform for advanced studies in robotics and artificial intelligence. 2. **General-Purpose Type**: With 15 joint DOFs and 7 actuation DOFs, this model offers a balance between complexity and functionality. By simplifying the structure, it retains a significant degree of dexterity, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including manufacturing and service industries. 3. **High-Speed Adaptive Type**: This model also has 15 joint DOFs but is driven by 1-3 actuation DOFs. It is characterized by its high speed and cost-effectiveness, making it ideal for industrial and service settings where rapid and precise movements are required. The research team at CAS has not only developed these dexterous hands but has also integrated them with embodied intelligence algorithms. This combination has led to the creation of a series of general-purpose anthropomorphic dexterous operation robots tailored for service, industrial, and special application scenarios. The embodied intelligence algorithms enhance the robot hands' ability to perform complex tasks, adapt to various environments, and interact with objects in a manner similar to human hands. The awards received by the Casia Hand series underscore the innovative and practical nature of the technology. Dr. Wang Peng's team has demonstrated significant progress in the field of robotic dexterity, which has the potential to revolutionize industries and research areas that require precise and adaptive manipulation of objects. Ph.D. student Yan Dachun represented the team at the exhibition and accepted the awards. The recognition from the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions and the ISTA Global Innovation and Invention Award highlights the international acclaim and validation of the CAS team's work, positioning them as leaders in the development of advanced robotic systems. ### Key Events, People, Locations, and Time Elements - **Event**: 49th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions - **Date**: Recently (specific date not provided) - **Location**: Geneva, Switzerland - **Organizers**: Swiss Federal Government, State of Geneva, City of Geneva, and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) - **Awards**: Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions Gold Medal, ISTA Global Innovation and Invention Award - **Key People**: Dr. Wang Peng (Research Team Leader), Yan Dachun (Ph.D. student and award recipient) - **Institution**: Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) - **Technology**: Casia Hand series of anthropomorphic dexterous robot hands - **Models**: - Anthropomorphic DOF Type: 25 joint DOFs, 21 actuation DOFs - General-Purpose Type: 15 joint DOFs, 7 actuation DOFs - High-Speed Adaptive Type: 15 joint DOFs, 1-3 actuation DOFs ### Summary The 49th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, held in Switzerland, recognized the innovative work of Dr. Wang Peng's team from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Their Casia Hand series of anthropomorphic dexterous robot hands, which include models tailored for research, general-purpose use, and industrial applications, received the prestigious Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions Gold Medal and the ISTA Global Innovation and Invention Award. The team's integration of these robot hands with embodied intelligence algorithms has the potential to significantly impact various industries and research fields, demonstrating the cutting-edge capabilities of Chinese robotics and artificial intelligence.