On April 27, the Beijing Economic and Technological Development Zone unveiled the world’s first full-sized humanoid robot, Tiangong. Developed by the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center Company, Tiangong is a major milestone in humanoid robotics technology.
Standing at 1.63 meters tall and weighing 43 kilograms, Tiangong is powered entirely by electric drive. It features open-source code that allows for easy development and adaptation to various applications, making it suitable for use in household services, manufacturing, and industrial settings based on market and user needs.
Equipped with advanced sensors such as vision perception sensors, high-precision inertial measurement devices, and 6-axis force sensors, Tiangong can process an impressive 550 trillion calculations per second. During its launch ceremony, the robot demonstrated its ability to navigate complex environments with ease and maintain a stable running speed of 6 km/h.
The Beijing Economic-Technological Development Zone is home to over 110 robot companies that create an industrial chain system with core components, complete machinery, and applications. The launch of Tiangong aligns with advancements in AI technology showcased at the Zhongguancun Forum 2024, highlighting the optimism surrounding China’s AI industry and its integration into everyday life to provide meaningful tools for humans.
Tiangong represents a significant step forward in humanoid robotics technology and marks a new era for robots in various industries.