Sensitive Artificial Skin for Robots (IMAGE) Technical University of Munich (TUM) Caption Each cell of this artificial skin developed by researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is equipped with a microprocessor and sensors to detect contact, acceleration, proximity and temperature. New control algorithms made it possible for the first time to apply artificial skin to a human-sized robot. Credit Astrid Eckert / TUM Usage Restrictions Free for use in reporting on TUM, with the copyright noted. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.