Hello ROS developers,
We’re excited to share a new demo featuring Pika, AgileX Robotics’ portable and ergonomic teleoperation gripper system. Pika integrates multiple sensors to enable natural human-to-robot skill transfer and rich multimodal data collection.
Key Features of Pika:
- Lightweight design (~370g) for comfortable extended handheld use
- Integrated multimodal sensors including fisheye RGB camera, Intel RealSense depth camera, 6-DoF IMU, and high-precision gripper encoders
- USB-C plug-and-play connectivity supporting ROS 1 and ROS 2
- Open-source Python and C++ APIs for easy integration and control
- Compatible with URDF models, suitable for demonstration-based and teleoperation control
In this demo, Pika teleoperation system remotely controls two collaborative robot arms — UR7e (7.5 kg payload, 850 mm reach) and UR12e (12 kg payload, 33.5 kg robot weight) — to complete several everyday manipulation tasks:
Task Set:
- Twist open a bottle cap
- Pick up a dish and place it in a cabinet
- Grab a toy and put it in a container
System Highlights:
- Precise gripper control with high-resolution encoder feedback
- 6-DoF IMU for accurate motion tracking
- Synchronized multimodal data capture (vision, 6D pose, gripper status)
- Low-latency USB-C connection ensuring real-time responsiveness
- Ergonomic and lightweight design for comfortable long-duration use
Application Scenarios:
- Human-in-the-loop teleoperation
- Learning from Demonstration (LfD) and Imitation Learning (IL)
- Vision-based dexterous manipulation and robot learning
- Remote maintenance and industrial collaboration
- Bimanual coordination and complex task execution
Watch the demo here: Pika Remote Control Demo
Learn more about Pika: https://global.agilex.ai/products/pika
Feel free to contact us for GitHub repositories, integration guides, or collaboration opportunities — we look forward to your feedback!