PITTSBURGH, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GENISOM AI, a full-stack embodied AI company developing and manufacturing quadruped robots, humanoid robots and physical AI systems, showcased its latest robotics platforms and embodied intelligence technologies at the 2026 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS 2026) in Pittsburgh, highlighting its evolution from individual robot intelligence toward coordinated robotic systems built for the real world.
At IROS 2026, GENISOM AI presented its quadruped robot and robot dog platforms, the World's First Industry-Grade Educational Quadruped for Hands-On Assembly and Development, Genisom L1 Maker, robotic joint modules and its open-source MATRiX 2.0 robotics simulation platform. At the accompanying IROS 2026 Legged Robot Challenges, the Nanyang Technological University team took first place in the fully autonomous category with the company's GENISOM M1 quadruped robot.
From Individual Intelligence to Swarm Intelligence
GENISOM AI's embodied intelligence framework integrates Locomotion Intelligence, Spatial Intelligence, Interaction Intelligence and Swarm Intelligence, enabling robots to perceive, understand, move and collaborate in the physical world.
A recent milestone is the company's Multi-Legged Collaborative Transport system, demonstrating multi-robot collaboration and Swarm Intelligence through coordinated movement and task execution. The system represents GENISOM AI's move from single-robot intelligence toward collective robotic behavior and multi-robot task execution.
This approach connects perception, locomotion and task coordination across multiple embodied agents, extending physical AI from individual robot capabilities toward coordinated robotic systems.
World's First Industry-Grade Educational Quadruped
At IROS 2026, GENISOM AI made the international debut of Genisom L1 Maker, the World's First Industry-Grade Educational Quadruped for Hands-On Assembly and Development.
Built on the mass-produced Genisom L1 platform, L1 Maker gives students, educators, researchers and developers hands-on access to the complete robotics development process—from assembly and system integration to production-level calibration, motion control and algorithm development.
Unlike conventional educational robot kits focused primarily on programming, L1 Maker enables users to build, modify, calibrate and develop on a production-grade quadruped platform, bridging robotics education, research and real-world engineering.
The platform features 12 degrees of freedom, an 8 kg maximum payload, up to 40° slope climbing and open interfaces for additional sensors and computing hardware.
Open-World Simulation for Multi-Robot Intelligence
Supporting this development is MATRiX 2.0, GENISOM AI's open-source robotics simulation platform designed to support open-world simulation and multi-robot training.
MATRiX 2.0 provides researchers and developers with an environment to develop and test robotic perception, navigation, locomotion and multi-robot collaboration before deployment on physical systems, helping accelerate the development cycle from simulation to real-world robotics.
Together with GENISOM AI's robot platforms and embodied intelligence systems, MATRiX 2.0 forms part of the company's technology stack for developing robots that can operate and collaborate in complex physical environments. [Opensource: https://github.com/zsibot/matrix]
GENISOM Robots Support Back-to-Back Championship Wins at the IROS Legged Robot Challenges
University robotics teams have continued to put GENISOM AI's quadruped robot platforms to the test at the IROS Legged Robot Challenge. In 2025, the University of Manchester team won the competition with the mass-produced GENISOM L1 platform.
At the 2026 IROS Legged Robot Challenge, the Nanyang Technological University team from Singapore selected GENISOM M1 as its quadruped robot platform and claimed the championship. The team developed and integrated its own autonomous robotics system on the platform, enabling GENISOM M1 to independently perceive the competition environment, dynamically plan routes, navigate to target locations and operate a robotic arm to complete assigned tasks without manual remote-control intervention.
The back-to-back championship results highlight how university research teams are using production-grade quadruped robots as platforms for developing and testing autonomous navigation, perception, motion control and robotic manipulation in real-world competition environments.
15,000+ Robots in the Real World
GENISOM AI develops technologies across robotic hardware, high-performance joint modules, embodied intelligence and simulation, with products deployed across industrial inspection, power and utilities, petrochemical facilities, emergency response, security, education and other applications.
As of June 2026, the company had produced more than 15,000 robots and worked with more than 500 ecosystem partners worldwide.
Ahead of IROS 2026, GENISOM AI also completed a Series B financing round worth hundreds of millions of RMB, led by Stone Venture, a UAE-based investment firm. The financing will support continued investment in robot platforms, embodied intelligence and real-world applications as the company expands internationally.
From the World's First Industry-Grade Educational Quadruped to multi-robot collaboration and open-world simulation, GENISOM AI is continuing to develop embodied intelligence and physical AI systems designed for the real world.
About GENISOM AI
GENISOM AI is a Beijing-based full-stack embodied AI company developing and manufacturing quadruped robots, humanoid robots, robotic joint modules and embodied intelligence technologies.
The company integrates robotics hardware, embodied intelligence software, open-source simulation and manufacturing capabilities to develop robots for real-world applications.
As of June 2026, GENISOM AI had produced more than 15,000 robots and worked with more than 500 ecosystem partners worldwide.
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GENISOM AI Showcases Embodied Intelligence and Debuts World's First Industry-Grade Educational Quadruped at IROS 2026
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Momcozy, a leading global brand supporting women and families through pregnancy and motherhood, has partnered with Postpartum Support International (PSI) to establish a $100,000 scholarship fund designed to expand access to professional perinatal mental health training for frontline healthcare providers.
Through the Momcozy × PSI Scholarship Fund, 50 U.S.-based healthcare professionals will receive full scholarships covering 100% of the coursework and examination fees associated with the Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C). A portion of the scholarships will be dedicated to eligible midwives and nurses within the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) network, with a focus on clinicians serving communities where access to maternal mental health resources is limited.
The initiative reflects a shared commitment from Momcozy and PSI to strengthen the network of trained professionals equipped to identify, support, and respond to perinatal mental health needs in communities across the United States.
"At Momcozy, we believe that every parent, no matter where they live, deserves access to compassionate, professional mental health support," said Athena, Founder and CEO of Momcozy. "This partnership with PSI is a meaningful step toward building a healthier future for families by investing in the clinicians who are there to support them. By helping remove the financial barriers to specialized training, we hope to empower more professionals to bring critical perinatal mental health resources directly into their communities."
"Experiencing a perinatal mental health disorder is stressful, and many people experience fear, shame, or embarrassment. It can be difficult to find a place where you know providers will understand," said Wendy Davis, PhD, PMH-C, President and CEO of Postpartum Support International. "We are thrilled that Momcozy is making the PMH-C certification more accessible to providers via scholarship. The PMH-C makes it easier for affected parents to choose a provider they know will help them get better, and Momcozy is helping us grow the number of trained providers ready to help."
The scholarship program is open to US based licensed healthcare providers who are currently practicing in or serving underrepresented communities or areas identified as maternal mental health resource deserts.
Applications open on October 1 and close on October 31. Applicants will be evaluated based on their professional background, experience serving high-need communities, and their completed application form. The selection process will be conducted according to the program's published eligibility and selection criteria, and selected scholarship recipients will be announced on November 6.
Healthcare professionals interested in applying can learn more about the Momcozy × PSI Scholarship Fund and submit an application at momcozy-care-program. The scholarship is part of Momcozy's broader commitment to expanding access to practical, professional support for mothers across the pregnancy and postpartum journey.
About Momcozy
Momcozy was founded in 2018 with a clear purpose: to help moms feel more comfortable, confident, and supported during one of life's most meaningful and demanding transitions.
Today, Momcozy is a global leader in maternal innovation, redefining care through technology designed around real motherhood. Chosen by more than 6 million moms and families across 80 countries and regions, Momcozy holds the global #1 market share in wearable breast pump2 and continues to develop nursing bras, care essentials, and smart solutions that support moms from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond.
Recognizing that motherhood deserves more than products alone, Momcozy offers expert guidance, thoughtful technology, and a growing global community to support moms in who they are becoming. At the heart of Momcozy is a belief that motherhood isn't a destination, but a lifelong journey. Moms deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered along the way.
Momcozy's products are sold directly on the brand's website and by major retailers such as Babylist, Walmart, Target, and Amazon. To learn more about Momcozy, visit www.momcozy.com
1. Momcozy global sales data as of June 2026. "Moms and families" is used to describe our brand audience.
2. Based on global market share of wearable breast pumps, Grand View Research 2025.
Momcozy is ranked No. 1 Globally in Wearable Breast Pump Sales Volume for Five Consecutive Years, 2021–2025.
Source: Frost & Sullivan research.
About Postpartum Support International
Founded by a new mother in 1987 to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional difficulties parents can experience during and after pregnancy, Postpartum Support International (PSI) offers a wealth of resources for a wide range of needs, situations, and audiences to give families the strongest and healthiest start possible through support and community. PSI offers support, resources, best-practice training, and certification for healthcare professionals and volunteer coordinators nationwide and in more than 30 countries. PSI is committed to eliminating stigma and ensuring that compassionate, high-quality care and support are available to all families. Need help? Call or text 1-800-944-4PPD (4773), visit Postpartum.net, or download the Connect by PSI app. For prescribing providers in the U.S., PSI operates a free perinatal psychiatric consultation program, at consultation@postpartum.net, staffed by PSI perinatal psychiatric experts who are specialists in the treatment of perinatal mental health disorders.
Program Details and Eligibility Notice
Eligibility is open to U.S.-based licensed healthcare providers, including Registered Nurses, Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs), IBCLCs, and Doulas currently practicing in or serving underrepresented or mental health resource-desert areas. Candidates are selected based on clinical background, service to high-need communities, and a 500-word motivation essay.
Momcozy and PSI may update program terms from time to time for legal, operational, or other legitimate program needs. Material changes affecting eligibility, selection criteria, deadlines, or scholarship terms will be posted on the application page. Unless required by law or necessary to protect the integrity of the program, material changes will not retroactively alter the criteria applicable to applications already submitted. Momcozy and PSI reserve the right to suspend or discontinue the scholarship program if required by law, regulatory requirements, or circumstances beyond their reasonable control.
Applicants should not include patient names, medical records, or other information that could identify a patient or other third party in their application materials. Applicants should review the applicable Privacy Policy before submitting an application.
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Momcozy Announces $100,000 Scholarship Fund to Expand Access to Perinatal Mental Health Certification
