In a remarkable technological unveiling, Chinese artificial intelligence startup TARS has demonstrated unprecedented capabilities in precision robotics, marking its public debut after securing $242 million in funding throughout 2025. The December 19 showcase featured the world’s first robotic system capable of performing complex hand embroidery—a feat requiring extraordinary precision and delicate material manipulation.
The demonstration went far beyond theatrical display, serving as a comprehensive validation of TARS’ groundbreaking flexible manipulation technology. The robot executed intricate embroidery processes with sub-millimeter precision, showcasing coordinated bimanual operation, sophisticated force and tactile control, and exceptional adaptability to flexible materials. These capabilities maintained consistently high success rates throughout extended, complex operational sequences.
More significantly, TARS revealed practical industrial applications for its technology, particularly in autonomous wire harness assembly—a domain where traditional industrial robots have historically struggled. This breakthrough addresses critical challenges in manufacturing flexibility and precision, offering new pathways for intelligent transformation within high-end manufacturing sectors.
The company simultaneously unveiled its Industrial Robot A-Series and General-Purpose Robot T-Series, emphasizing that the embroidery demonstration symbolized just the beginning of robotics integration into production and daily life. TARS positions its creations not as merely controlled machines, but as reliable intelligent agents capable of stable long-term operation.
With substantial funding and proven technology, TARS has established foundations for international expansion, identifying the Middle Eastern market as a likely initial focus for its global operations.