Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPENG has taken a new step in automation and artificial intelligence with the unveiling of its first humanoid robot Iron . The robot is 1.72 meters tall, weighs 70 kg, has movement capabilities that mimic the human body thanks to its 60 joints and 200 degrees of freedom, and was shown during XPENG’s AI Technology Day.
Humanoid robot Iron already assembles electric vehicles
The humanoid robot is now operational on the production lines at XPENG’s factory, assisting in the assembly of its upcoming electric vehicle, the P7+ . Using the same AI technology that powers the company’s self-driving vehicles, Iron is able to navigate autonomously, simulate human postures such as standing, sitting, or even lying down , and perform manual tasks with precision. Iron’s hands, with 15 degrees of freedom, can manipulate objects, providing a level of dexterity crucial for complex industrial tasks.
XPENG’s Eagle Vision system and Turing 40-core AI chip give Iron exceptional reasoning capabilities , enabling it to quickly adapt to a variety of scenarios. XPENG stressed that this innovation is not a simple prototype, but an active tool that improves manufacturing efficiency and precision.
XPENG isn’t content to keep Iron in industrial settings. The company has ambitious plans for the robot, with plans to deploy it in offices, retail stores and even homes. Its interaction capabilities via the Tianji AIOS system and agility allow it to perform activities such as manipulating objects, responding to voice commands and moving around in different environments.
Meet Iron, a new humanoid robot! Source: Maginative
Strategy and competition with Tesla
Iron’s development stands out for its technology and the strategy behind its creation, which seems to be inspired by Tesla and its Optimus robot . In addition, the company has been accused of copying previous robot designs, although its continued growth reflects the determination to compete at the technological top. The company aims to lead in the production of electric vehicles and also in the humanoid robotics sector.
China continues to invest heavily in innovation and robotics , leveraging its large-scale production capacity and government support for the development of advanced technologies. XPENG is emerging as a key player in this evolution , showing that the future of global manufacturing and automation could depend heavily on these technological initiatives.
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Source and photo: Maginative
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