bimanual
adjective
bi·man·u·al
(ˌ)bī-ˈman-yə-wəl 
-yəl
: done with or requiring the use of both hands
bimanually
adverb
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Using bimanual manipulation, the system mimics human-like coordination, performing complex tasks that require a blend of sensing and doing.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
Microsoft Research announced Rho-alpha in late January 2026, positioning it as an early foundation model for bimanual robotic manipulation and inviting organizations to an Early Access Program, with broader availability via Microsoft Foundry planned later.
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Janakiram Msv,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
The best solution for this work, Hurst and others argue, is a bipedal, bimanual robot that can turn on the spot and adjust its center of gravity while carrying heavy items.
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James Vincent,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
This video presents an unobtrusive bimanual teleoperation setup with very low weight, consisting of two Vive visual motion trackers and two Myo surface electromyography bracelets.
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IEEE Spectrum,
20 Jan. 2023
Once that’s done, your doctor will conduct a bimanual exam to study your reproductive organs.
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Kristin Canning,
SELF,
24 Apr. 2018
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
Microsoft Research announced Rho-alpha in late January 2026, positioning it as an early foundation model for bimanual robotic manipulation and inviting organizations to an Early Access Program, with broader availability via Microsoft Foundry planned later.
—
Janakiram Msv,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
The best solution for this work, Hurst and others argue, is a bipedal, bimanual robot that can turn on the spot and adjust its center of gravity while carrying heavy items.
—
James Vincent,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
This video presents an unobtrusive bimanual teleoperation setup with very low weight, consisting of two Vive visual motion trackers and two Myo surface electromyography bracelets.
—
IEEE Spectrum,
20 Jan. 2023
Once that’s done, your doctor will conduct a bimanual exam to study your reproductive organs.
—
Kristin Canning,
SELF,
24 Apr. 2018
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bimanual
adjective
bi·man·u·al
(ˈ)bī-ˈman-yə(-wə)l
: done with or requiring the use of both hands
a bimanual pelvic examination
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