On November 7-8, Topstar held TOPS DAY 2026, bringing together industry partners to explore practical applications of industrial embodied intelligence and uncovering new opportunities across the AI ecosystem.

Topstar held TOPS DAY 2026 on November 7-8. (Source: Topstar)

Focusing on the commercial implementation of AI and embodied intelligence in industrial applications, the event covers technological sharing, product launch, case studies, industry exchanges, and signing of strategic cooperation agreement.

“AI serving AI” strategic pathway

At the event, Topstar presented the “AI serving AI” strategic pathway:

•    Operation end – drives AI implementation according to operational demands

•    Product end – pushes forward intelligent processing through the closed-loop of “scenario + robot + data + AI model” based on injection molding machines and digitally controlled machines.

•    Sales end – enters the optical module and optical chip sectors through mergers and acquisitions, serving customers in the AI infrastructure industry chain.

For technical assessment, Topstar started its collaboration with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Prof. David Navarro from the PolyU will be Chief Scientist (Embodied Intelligence) of Topstar.

Three industrial solutions launched

Topstar unveiled three new solutions spanning next-generation intelligent manufacturing, precision machining, and integrated injection molding plant upgrades. These solutions are designed to help manufacturers identify the right pathways to upgrade their operations and stay competitive in the AI era.

•    Full-size industrial biped humanoid Star: With 172 cm tall and 72 kg weight, Star’s two arms carry a combined 10-kilogram payload, using seven-axis humanlike arms and cross-shaft wrists. The robot is designed to fit existing factory layouts without reworking lines, and targets material handling and sorting. It also records physical-scene data while operating.

•    S400 five-axis machining system: Lauched by AFMING, a controlling subsidiary of Topstar, S400 targets parts with complex curved surfaces, including joints, arm links and housings for volume production.

•    AI server for precision parts injection molding: For computing hardware parts like high-speed connectors, optical modules, and liquid cooled structural components, the AI solution meets the manufacturing standards of precision molding.

Customers’ case studies and industrial collaborations

TOPS DAY 2026 also covered real customer case studies, showing how manufacturers are upgrading production lines, improving operational efficiency, and driving revenue growth. These practical examples offer valuable insights that companies can apply to their own operations.

Industry leaders also gathered for a roundtable discussion on the real-world challenges of commercializing embodied intelligence, exploring practical pathways for integrating AI into manufacturing.