Supporting the hyper-scaling of humanoid robot training and control
Xsens, a Movella brand and specialists in inertial motion capture technology, has released its next-generation Xsens Link system alongside Xsens Humanoid, a purpose-built software suite to support the hyper-scaling of humanoid robot training and control
The new hardware and software turn high-fidelity human motion into clean, robot-ready kinematics for dataset creation, live teleoperation, and simulation workflows.
Developed for humanoid robot manufacturers, industrial humanoid robotic customers, AI data collection companies, researchers, and developers working at the intersection of biomechanics, robotics, and automation, the new Xsens Link introduces a simplified, frictionless workflow for motion capture and analysis.
Each aspect of the suit has been re-engineered for speed and usability, from integrated washable cabling and Wi-FI 6E streaming to its sensor alignment and flexible fabric. Users can capture extended sessions without interruptions, making it suitable for high-volume real-world robotics training, research-based studies, and analysis.
Dennis Kloppenburg, product manager at Xsens, said, “Xsens has been at the forefront of motion capture innovation for over a decade. The original Link set the gold standard for professional inertial mocap, and this new generation builds on that foundation with a complete redesign for modern research and robotics workflows. It’s a faster, smarter, and more comfortable suit built for the emerging needs of the industry.”
Xsens Humanoid is a software platform that translates human movement into precise robot kinematics with low latency. Developed for scaled deployment of teleoperation, simulation, and AI model training, enabling humanoid systems to imitate and learn from natural human motion in real time. Xsens Humanoid includes a native integration with ROS 2, Nvidia Isaac Sim, and MuJoCo, with Linux receivers to fit modern robotics tech stacks.
Eric Salzman, CEO of Movella, said, “Building on our heritage as the leader in motion capture technology, this product launch reflects our focus and commitment to serving the Humanoid Robotics ecosystem, providing advanced, accurate, and scalable solutions that support the tremendous growth we expect in this industry over the next decade. Combined, the hardware and software form a comprehensive ecosystem that bridges human motion and machine learning to enable faster, more accurate, and more accessible humanoid robot development.”
