Sensing solutions for robotics

Enhance your robotic applications

From agile humanoids and social robots to autonomous mobile platforms and robust industrial arms – our MEMS sensors are at the heart of every intelligent movement and interaction. Explore our innovative sensor technology across the following robotic applications.

Confidence in every movement

Mobile robots

Empowering autonomous robots to move with confidence and control.

Mobile robots

Mobile robots navigate autonomously through complex and dynamic environments. This includes applications such as logistics, delivery, and even household vacuum robots. The main challenges include ensuring accurate positioning, real-time motion tracking, and reliable operation on uneven terrain. Our MEMS sensors, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, and magnetometers, are engineered for exceptional sensitivity, low-noise operation, and reliable performance across diverse environments.

Redefining human-like motion

Humanoid and social robots

Empowering human-like motion through high-performance sensors.

Humanoid and social robots

Humanoid robots combine advanced technology with human-like interaction, requiring precise perception of their environment and their own movements. The challenges include detecting fine movements, maintaining stability during complex tasks, and enabling human-robot interaction. Our MEMS sensors enable humanoid robots to move naturally and adapt seamlessly to their environment.

Where precision meets reliability

Static robots

Enabling accuracy and stability in next-generation static robotics.

Static robots

Static robots, such as robotic arms, are designed for fixed positions and are commonly used in industrial settings to perform repetitive and precise operations. Key challenges include detecting micro-deviations, maintaining consistent performance, and preventing wear over time. Our advanced MEMS sensors deliver high precision, long-term stability, and noise immunity, enabling dynamic motion control, self-monitoring, and predictive maintenance in manufacturing and laboratory environments.

BMI563 Inertial Measurement Unit

BMI423 Inertial Measurement Unit

BMI088 Inertial Measurement Unit

BHI360 Smart Sensor

BMM350 Magnetometer

BMP585 Barometric Pressure Sensor

BMP581 Barometric Pressure Sensor

BME690 Gas Sensor

BMV080 Particulate Matter Sensor

SMU300 Inertial Sensor

SMP290 Pressure Sensor

SMA286 Accelerometer

SMI330 Inertial Sensor

SMI980 Inertial Sensor

Consumer-grade sensors

IMUs & Smart Sensor Systems

Product	Key Features
Product BMI563 High-performance IMU	Key Features Dimensions: 2.5 x 3.0 x 0.75 mm³ Measurement range: ±32 g (Acc), ±4.000 ∘/s (Gyro) Noise (low): 50μg/√Hz & < 3 mdps/√Hz) Vibration robustness from 0 to 40 kHz up to MHz range Power consumption: 650 μA for typ. operation (A+G combo @ max. ODR) Integrated advanced features (programmable Edge-AI classification engine, sensor fusion) Interface: MIPI I³C®, I²C, SPI
Product BMI423 Standard IMU	Key Features Dimensions: 2.5 x 3.0 x 0.83 mm³ Measurement range: ±32 g (Acc), ±4.000 ∘/s (Gyro) Noise: 90 μg/√Hz & 5.5 mdps/√Hz Power consumption: 575 μA (A+G combo, high-performance mode) Integrated feature set for activity tracking, head movement and UI applications Interface: MIPI I³C®, I²C, SPI
Product BMI088 High-performance IMU	Key Features Dimensions: 3.0 x 4.5 x 0.95 mm³ Measurement range: ±24 g (Acc), ±2000∘/s (Gyro) Noise: 175 μg/√Hz & 14 mdps/√Hz Vibration robustness (closed-loop gyroscope) Power consumption: 5.15 mA (full operation) Interface: I²C, SPI
Product BHI360 Smart sensor	Key Features Dimensions: 2.5 x 3.0 x 0.95 mm³ Measurement range: ±16 g (Acc), ±2000∘/s (Gyro) Noise: 160 μg/Hz & 7 mdps/√Hz 32-bit MCU, up to 50 MHz, Floating Point Unit, 256kB SRAM Dedicated low power MCU for always-on algorithms Open programmable platform and integrated sensor fusion software Interface: I²C, SPI

Environmental Sensors

Product	Key Features
Product BME690 Gas sensor	Key Features Dimensions: 3.0 x 3.0 x 0.93 mm³ Low power consumption Fast response time Specific gas sensing Interface: I²C (up to 3.4 MHz) and SPI (3 and 4 wire, up to 10 MHz)
Product BMV080 Particulate matter sensor	Key Features Dimensions: 4.4 x 3.0 x 3.0 mm³ Fanless design for non-disturbing operation Precise PM measurement Ultra-compact form factor Interface: SPI, I²C

Pressure Sensors

Product	Key Features
Product BMP585 Gel-filled pressure sensor	Key Features Dimensions: 3.25 x 3.25 x 1.86 mm³ Excellent temperature stability High robustness and reliability Operating range (full accuracy): Pressure: 300 … 1250 hPa Noise in pressure (typ.),highest resolution: 0.08 PaRMS Avgerage typical power consumption: 1.3 µA @ 1 Hz pressure and temperature, 0.55 µA in deep standby mode Interface: MIPI I³C®, I²C, SPI
Product BMP581 Pressure sensor	Key Features Dimensions: 2.0 x 2.0 x 0.75 mm³ Centimeter-level accuracy in height Operating range (full accuracy): Pressure: 300 … 1250 hPa Noise in pressure (typ.), lowest bandwith/ highest resolution: 0.08 Pa Avgerage typical power consumption: 1.3 µA @ 1 Hz pressure and temperature, 0.5 µA in deep standby mode Interface: I²C (up to 1.0 MHz), I3C, and SPI (3 and 4 wire, up to 10 MHz)

Magnetometer

Product	Key Features
Product BMM350 Magnetometer	Key Features Dimensions: 1.28 x 1.28 x 0.5 mm³ Unique field shock recovery feature Magnetic field range, all axes: ± 2000 µT High accuracy and ultra-low noise due to TMR technology Average typ. power consumption (very low): 200 µA @ 100 Hz in normal mode Interface: MIPI I³C®, I²C

Automotive-grade sensors

IMUs

Product	Key Features
Product SMI330 IMU	Key Features Dimensions: LGA 3 x 2.5 mm² Axes: yaw / pitch / roll rate and acceleration x/y/z (6 degrees of freedom) Measurement range: ±125 or ±250 or ±500 or ±1000 or ±2000 °/s (Ω) ±2 or ±4 or ±8 or ±16g (a) Data resolution: 16 bits Sensitivity: Ω: 4 % (typ), A: 0.5% (typ) Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C
Product SMU300 IMU	Key Features Dimensions: CLCC 8 x 8 mm² Axes: yaw / pitch / roll rate and acceleration x/y/z (6 degrees of freedom) Measurement range: 300 dps \| low-g: 8 g \| Mid-g: 30/35 g Total offset: 0.15 dps / 20 mg Sensitivity: 0.5 % Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C Functional safety: ASIL D
Product SMI980 IMU	Key Features Dimensions: CLCC 8 x 8 mm² Axes: yaw / pitch / roll rate and acceleration x/y/z (6 degrees of freedom) Measurement range: 300 dps \| low-g: 8 g \| Mid-g: 30/35 g Total offset: 0.15 dps / 20 mg Sensitivity: 0.5 % Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C Functional safety: ASIL D

Pressure Sensors

Product	Key Features
Product SMP290 Pressure sensor	Key Features Dimensions: DFN 4.5 x 3.5 mm² Integrated SoC solution Configurable BLE communication (Interface: BLE V5.4) Measurement range: 90 kPa …920 kPa (90 kPa …1,500 kPa for CV) ax -110 g …110 g (-330 g …330 g) az -320 g …320 g (-960 g …960 g) Cyber Security according to ISO21434 Software development ASPICE Level 2 Operating temperature: -40 °C …125 °C

Acceleration Sensors

Product	Key Features
Product SMA286 Accelerometer	Key Features Dimensions: LGA 2.3 x 2.8 mm² Up to 10kHz vibration sensing Measurement range: ±16/32 g (ax, ay, az) Interface: SPI Output data width: 16 bit Output data rate: 24/48 kHz Supply voltage: 1.7 V – 3.6 V Operating temperature: -40°C to 125°C

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Tactile Sensing Solutions

The sense of touch is the new frontier for robotics. Bosch Sensortec’s tactile sensing solutions give robots human-like touch perception, enabling precise object grasping, adaptive grip force, and seamless human-machine interaction (HMI).

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FAQ

Why are MEMS sensors ideal for robotics?

Our MEMS sensors are compact, energy-efficient, and reliable, delivering accurate motion, orientation, and environmental data even under challenging conditions. They also enable a wide range of use cases that enhance the performance of robotic systems.

What challenges do Bosch solutions address?

For mobile robots: Precise positioning, real-time tracking, stability on uneven terrain.
For humanoid and social robots: Fine movement detection, balance control, human-robot interaction.
For static robots: Detecting micro-deviations, maintaining consistency, preventing wear.

Which sensor types can be used in robotic applications?

It depends on the specific use case. Our portfolio includes Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), accelerometers, gyroscopes, magnetometers, barometric pressure sensors, and environmental sensors such as gas and particle detectors.

What are the benefits of consumer-grade sensors for robotics applications?

Bosch Sensortec’s consumer-grade sensors are ideal for high-volume applications where cutting-edge performance, power efficiency, and cost are critical. Key benefits include:

Being market-proven in high-volume consumer products and non-safety critical applications
Low power consumption and high cost efficiency
Compact size
A wide portfolio of solutions, often with embedded intelligence
Cutting-edge performance with an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85/105°C

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What are the benefits of automotive-grade sensors for robotics applications?

Bosch Mobility Electronics automotive-grade sensors fit applications requiring the highest reliability and safety under demanding conditions. Key benefits include:

Long-term component availability and supply
Classification for functional safety (ISO 26262)
High reliability, even in harsh environments
A wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +125°C

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Can Bosch MEMS sensors be integrated into existing robotic systems?

Yes. The sensors are designed to be flexible and integrable across different robotic architectures and use cases.

Sensing solutions for robotics

Sensing solutions for robotics

Sensing solutions for robotics

Sensing solutions for robotics

Enhance your robotic applications

Mobile robots

Humanoid and social robots

Static robots

Consumer-grade sensors

IMUs & Smart Sensor Systems​

Environmental Sensors

Pressure Sensors

Magnetometer

Automotive-grade sensors

IMUs

Pressure Sensors

Acceleration Sensors

Tactile Sensing Solutions

FAQ

Why are MEMS sensors ideal for robotics?

What challenges do Bosch solutions address?

Which sensor types can be used in robotic applications?

What are the benefits of consumer-grade sensors for robotics applications?

What are the benefits of automotive-grade sensors for robotics applications?

Can Bosch MEMS sensors be integrated into existing robotic systems?

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