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Silica
● Identity checkedRobotics · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Silica builds actuators that give robots force sensing at the joint so physical interactions can be measured directly instead of inferred from motor current. Q Series pre-orders target manufacturing, lab automation, and training use cases with production starting January 2027.
- Category
- Robotics
- Free access
- Not confirmed
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is Silica right for you?
A good fit for
Robotics developers who need tactile feedback sensitive enough to detect light objects during teleoperation, training, or contact-rich tasks.
Before you choose
Hardware is sold via pre-order forms and sales calls rather than monthly SaaS pricing.
Actuators for physical AI
Silica embeds force sensing in robot joints so developers can record real contact during demonstrations, rollouts, and manipulation tasks.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensing approach | Site explains Silica joints measure torque at the output where the joint meets the load instead of estimating force from motor current. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Sensitivity claim | Marketing compares sensing light objects on the order of a paperclip versus heavier tennis-ball-class loads for conventional actuators. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Availability | Q Series pre-orders are open with production scheduled to start January 2027. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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Silica pricing & plans
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What is Silica used for?
Silica builds actuators that give robots force sensing at the joint so physical interactions can be measured directly instead of inferred from motor current. Q Series pre-orders target manufacturing, lab automation, and training use cases with production starting January 2027.
Does Silica have a free plan?
Not confirmed. This record does not confirm an ongoing free plan.
How much does Silica cost?
A listed monthly price has not been confirmed. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Silica through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Hardware is sold via pre-order forms and sales calls rather than monthly SaaS pricing.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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