Morgan Stanley's latest report indicates that among 100 publicly listed companies involved in humanoid robot manufacturing, Chinese firms account for 56%. Over the past two years, China has emerged as a global leader in the research and development of humanoid robots, producing numerous innovative applications tailored to real-life scenarios. Recently, several globally leading robots showcased their capabilities, performing complex actions such as flipping, patrolling, and photography. Currently, the development landscape of humanoid robots in China is no longer dominated by individual tech companies; instead, it has evolved into a scenario where various regions are advancing simultaneously, creating a long-term layout for collaborative development of the industry chain.
Breakthroughs in Robotics
Shenzhen-based EngineAI Robotics recently achieved a milestone by successfully executing the world's first front flip by a humanoid robot. This feat demonstrated the robot's elegance and stability while walking, as well as its strength in high-speed dynamic movement. Co-founder and marketing manager Yao Qiyuan explained that executing a front flip presents significant challenges for both the robot's hardware and algorithm teams. The robot must perform dynamic balance adjustments, instant acceleration, and precise landings, all requiring advanced hardware performance and sophisticated algorithms.
Yao emphasized that overcoming these technical challenges involved integrating adaptive walking algorithms with a high-dynamic motion control system into a unified training framework. This approach optimizes gait adaptability and dynamic control precision, enabling the robot to switch to walking mode immediately after landing.
T-E-A-M! Team Efforts and Achievements
Compared to the common skill of running, the front flip is a far more complex and challenging maneuver. Even skilled runners may struggle to master it.
"EngineAI was founded in October 2023, and in just about 15 months, our team of 50 has achieved such innovative results, which makes us very proud," said Yao. He noted that four months ago, EngineAI Robotics had garnered significant industry attention by introducing a humanoid robot capable of elegant, knee-straight walking, marking the end of the traditionally bent-knee, shuffling gait in humanoid robotics.
The recent success in executing front flips further elevates the technological prowess of EngineAI Robotics' robots to a new level.
Future Collaborations and Funding
Yao revealed that Hong Kong serves as a crucial international gateway, helping Shenzhen companies explore further global expansion. The company is actively engaging with research laboratories in Hong Kong, aiming for strategic collaborations to accelerate the implementation of advanced technologies in the humanoid robotics ecosystem.
Additionally, EngineAI Robotics recently completed a funding round of several hundred million RMB, which will primarily be used to advance technology research and market promotion in the fields of artificial intelligence and robotics, supporting further innovations and breakthroughs.
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