NXP Unveils Holoscan-Integrated Robotics Platform Cutting Footprint, Power and Cost
NXP Semiconductors unveiled robotics solutions integrating NVIDIA Holoscan Sensor Bridge with its i.MX 95 processor and RT1180 MCUs aggregated by an S32J TSN switch, cutting component count, footprint, power and cost. The offerings enable secure, low-latency sensor fusion, machine vision and motor control for humanoid robots, shipping in 1H 2026.
1. NXP and NVIDIA Partnership
NXP Semiconductors has launched its first foundational robotics solutions in collaboration with NVIDIA, integrating NVIDIA Holoscan Sensor Bridge technology into NXP’s edge processing portfolio. This unified architecture enables real-time data transport between robotic sensors and control units, simplifying software complexity for humanoid form factors.
2. Integrated Robotics Architecture
The platform leverages NXP’s i.MX 95 applications processor for high-bandwidth machine vision and a chain of RT1180 crossover MCUs aggregated by an S32J TSN switch for motor control. Integrated support for EtherCAT and Time-Sensitive Networking ensures precise synchronization across the robotic body.
3. Efficiency and Cost Reductions
By embedding the Holoscan Sensor Bridge directly into its SoCs, NXP reduces discrete components, shrinking system footprint, lowering power consumption and cutting overall development costs. This modular, software-driven approach offers a scalable foundation for full-body humanoid robots without sacrificing performance, safety or security.
4. Product Availability
The Holoscan-ready robotics solutions are scheduled to ship in the first half of 2026, providing developers with a ready-to-deploy platform to accelerate physical AI innovation. Comprehensive software enablement and support materials will be available upon launch.