On October 19, 2026, the Workshop on Applications and Standardization of Nanomaterials in Humanoid Robots opened in Shenzhen and concluded successfully. The workshop aimed to raise greater awareness within ISO/TC 256 and related organizations of nanomaterials and standardization efforts for the humanoid robotics industry, and to explore how standardization can support the sector’s high-quality development. It also sought to build a cross-disciplinary exchange platform for discussing innovative applications of nanomaterials in humanoid robots, as well as strategies and methods for standardization work.

Keynote Presentations

At the workshop, Professor Fu Qiang of Sichuan University delivered a presentation titled “Nanoscale Plastic Films,” covering the fabrication and unique properties of nanoscale plastic films and their application prospects in electronics and humanoid robots.

Dr. Gottlieb Georg Lindner and Dr. Martin Reisinger of Evonik (Germany) jointly presented “How ISO/TC 256 Pigments, Dyestuffs and Extenders Can Help Make Humanoid Robots More Human-like.” They introduced the relevant applications of ISO/TC 256 pigments, dyestuffs and extenders in humanoid robots and the related standardization work, and also discussed the application prospects of Evonik’s products in humanoid robotics.

Dr. Wang Yuelin and Dr. Wu Chunlei of Hubei Huifu Nanomaterial Co., Ltd. (Guangzhou Huifu Research Institute Co., Ltd.) jointly presented “Applications of Silicone Rubber and Nanomaterials in Humanoid Robots,” covering the application prospects of nanomaterials and silicone rubber in humanoid robots as well as the current state and future trends of the humanoid robotics industry.

A representative of the team led by Li Dongshuang, Chief Technology Officer of Qingyan Haolong, presented “The Role of Nanocarbon Heat-Dissipation Materials in Thermal Management for Humanoid Robots,” introducing the heat source map, thermal limitation mechanisms and solutions for humanoid robots, the heat conduction mechanisms of nanocarbon materials, thermal performance characterization and standards systems, and validation methods for complete thermal paths.

Toward a Standardization Roadmap for Humanoid Robotics

Beyond the technical presentations, the workshop focused on global trends in the humanoid robotics industry and explored the future standardization roadmap of ISO/TC 256 in this emerging field. As humanoid robots move toward practical deployment, demand is growing for specialized materials — from fumed silica for silicone rubber skin and flexible components to nanocarbon materials for thermal management — and standards will play a key role in guiding product performance, safety and reliability.

The workshop was jointly hosted by Hubei Huifu Nanomaterial Co., Ltd., CNOOC Changzhou Paint and Coatings Industry Research Institute Co., Ltd., Guangzhou Huifu Research Institute Co., Ltd., and the Zhongguancun Huaqing Graphene Industry Technology Innovation Alliance. It was also one of the World Standards Day events.