Humanity's Last Machine

A deep dive on humanoid hardware

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Overview

This section provides an overview of some of the most advanced humanoid robots in the United States and China. The objectives include:

  1. Review the latest models and their technical specifications (this comparison is not intended to be a comprehensive list of OEMs).
  2. Highlight recent hardware design choices made by leading humanoid robotics companies in the US and China. Use the hardware deep-dive document as a reference to compare how different firms select among available design options. This analysis also identifies areas where industry consensus is beginning to emerge for specific components.
  3. Examine key software and AI strategies, including trade-offs between proprietary development and partnerships with external providers

Find the comparison here.

Choose Your Robot

Apptronik

Apptronik

Apollo

by ApptronikPrototype

Launched Aug '23 • Target: Logistics, Warehousing

Specs
Mass
73 kg
Height
173 cm
Speed
1.1 m/s
Operating Time
4 hrs
Payload Capacity
55 lbs
Degrees of Freedom
Total DOF
71
End Effector
Hand
Tactile Sensing
Yes
Locomotion
Modular - Leg and wheel
Hardware
Materials
Lightweight aluminum, Carbon fiber / polymer / glass fiber covers
Motor
Frameless BLDC motors
Actuator (Body)
Rotary + Linear actuator
Actuator (Hand)
Partner with off the shelf hand companies (e.g., PSYONIC)
Transmission
Harmonic Reducer + Planetary Roller Screw
Encoders
2 Per Rotary + 1 Per Linear Actuator
Bearings
Cross-roller bearing
Compute & Sensors
External Sensors
Perception: 2 Cameras
Internal Sensors
Encoders, Force/torque sensing on joints, IMU
Battery
Replaceable Lithium battery
Charging
Self charge
Software & AI
AI Partner
Google DeepMind
Data Collection
Teleoperation
Manufacturing
BOM / Price Estimate
BOM: Not disclosed
Price: ~$150K - $250K