Bota Systems :: High-Precision 6-Axis Force-Torque Sensors

Bota Systems (Bota Systems AG) is a Swiss robotics technology company and ETH Zurich spin-off specializing in high-precision 6-axis force-torque sensors and related solutions that give robots a sophisticated “sense of touch.” Founded around 2020 and headquartered in Zurich, Bota Systems develops compact, all-in-one sensing hardware and software to enable safer, more adaptive, and intelligent physical interactions in robotics. Their technology is critical for applications requiring force feedback, precision manipulation, and real-world Physical AI learning.

The company’s core offerings are a comprehensive portfolio of 6-axis force-torque sensors, including models like MiniONE (ultra-compact), MiniONE Pro (highest sensitivity for delicate tasks), Rokubi (robust performance), SensONE (optimized for collaborative robots), SensONE T80 (high-payload cobots), LaxONE (industrial lightweight), MegaONE (heavy-duty), and PixONE (high-range with clean internal wiring). These sensors feature integrated electronics, IMU, temperature compensation, plug-and-play design, and support for interfaces like EtherCAT, Ethernet, USB, and ROS 2, making integration straightforward for robot arms.

Bota Systems also provides robot-specific kits for popular platforms (e.g., Universal Robots, Kinova, Franka, Stäubli, Meca500), joint torque sensors for humanoids and compact actuators, and custom force-torque solutions. Their broader robotic solutions focus on Physical AI, including haptic teleoperation (real-time force feedback for remote control), kinesthetic teaching (intuitive physical guidance for training robots 10x faster), and tactile sensing for delicate assembly. These enable applications in industrial automation (surface finishing, precision assembly), research, hazardous environments, and data collection for AI model training.

Emphasizing Swiss engineering quality, Bota Systems prioritizes high-fidelity data, low integration effort, and real-world reliability. Their turnkey platforms support everything from manufacturing to advanced Physical AI research, helping bridge the gap between simulation/vision-based systems and true physical intelligence. The company collaborates with major robot manufacturers and research institutions, positioning itself as a key enabler for safer human-robot collaboration and next-generation autonomous systems.