20 humanoid robots that show the future of robotics

20 humanoid robots that show the future of robotics 6l333a

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Increasingly human-like robots are being developed. Discover the most interesting, innovative and, of course, a little scary too.

Humanoid robots are true engineering marvels, reproducing not only appearance, but also human movements and actions. In this post, we'll explore an exclusive list of these incredible robots, revealing the nuances that make them so special. 35f34

What is a humanoid robot 4y176c

A man wearing an Engineered Arts Mesmer humanoid robot (Image: The Star)

Humanoid robots are robots with an appearance similar to the human body, allowing interaction with tools and environments designed for human use. They can have a torso, head, arms and legs, with the possibility of including a “face” with eyes and mouth. Some of them go further, incorporating materials that mimic human characteristics, such as skin and hair.

Androids and gynoids are examples of humanoid robots that aesthetically resemble male and female humans, respectively. These robots have sensors, mobility, artificial intelligence (AI) and communication abilities, and are applied in diverse areas, such as healthcare, education, entertainment and customer service.

The humanoid robot market 39c1x

Mass production process of humanoid robots with new 3d printer factory in Korea
Mass production process of humanoid robots with new 3D printer factory in Korea. (Image:> YouTube)

According to a report da MarketsandMarkets, the humanoid robot market is predicted to achieve significant growth in the coming years. This market is estimated to grow from US$1,8 billion in 2023 to US$13,8 billion in 2028, with a compound annual growth rate of 50,2%. This growth is driven by the growing demand for humanoid robots in the medical sector and advances in the development of robots with increasingly advanced features.

The Asia-Pacific region leads the humanoid robots market, followed by Europe and North America, driven by investment in research and development and the growing adoption of robotic technologies in diverse sectors.

However, it is important to consider the ethical and social challenges that accompany the advancement of humanoid robots, such as issues related to privacy, security and impact on the workforce. It is essential that there is adequate regulation and continuous debate about the responsible and ethical use of these technologies. The time has come to get to know some of the prominent humanoid models currently sold.

Apollo – Apptronik 112y5n

Apollo is designed not only to revolutionize sectors such as logistics, manufacturing and construction, but also to potentially contribute in areas such as oil and gas, electronics production, retail, home delivery and elderly care
Apollo is designed not only to revolutionize sectors such as logistics, manufacturing and construction, but also to potentially contribute to areas such as oil and gas, electronics production, retail, home delivery and elderly care (Image: CNN)

A Apptronic developed the Apollo, a versatile and adaptable humanoid robot for various tasks. He has the ability to walk, run, climb stairs, lift and transport objects weighing up to 25 kg, in addition to interacting with humans safely.

With sensors and cameras, the robot can navigate, identify objects and use tools. It has an advanced control system with processor Intel Core i7 to perform complex tasks with precision. O Apollo It has 20 electric motors, cameras, depth sensors, touch sensors and its battery has an autonomy of approximately 4 hours.

Specific details about the price of the product have not yet been released. Apollo, but Apptronic plans to make it available for purchase by the end of 2024. The cost per unit of the robot is expected to be around US$50.000 (R$243.130,00). You can the waiting list on the website Apptronic.

iPal and iPal 2 – AvatarMind a541g

The iPal 2, like its predecessor, has the Android operating system and ROS (Robot Operating System), allowing deep customization and programming of the robot (Image: Young Innovators Academy)

A AvatarMind created the iPal, a robot that offers educational and entertainment functions. O iPal can help as a teacher's assistant, providing engaging educational content and encouraging interest in science and technology. For the elderly, the iPal helps with ing to take medications, monitors health and provides companionship.

The robot has a built-in camera and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity to allow parents to remotely monitor their children. Additionally, the iPal has a screen Android built-in to run standard applications.

As far as price is concerned, the iPal is available in different versions and configurations, the price varies between US$ 1.500 (R$ 7.359,45) and US$ 2.000 (R$ 9.812,60) for the version with arms and between 1.200 (R$ 6.304,32) and 3.900 (R$ 20.489,05) for other versions, such as the recently created iPal 2 with larger screen. Access the website of AvatarMind to find out more details and see its complete line of robots.

Ameca, Ameca Desktop, Mesmer, Quinn, RobotThespian – Engineered Arts 5j2d4x

Engineered Arts' humanoid robots have been used in a variety of films and television shows, including “Ex Machina” and “Westworld” (Image: Visage Technologies)

A engineered arts developed the AMEC, a humanoid robot considered the most advanced in the world in of similarity to human beings. After 15 years of development, the AMEC impresses with its realistic appearance and accurate facial expressions.

Although he does not yet have the ability to walk, his price is approximately £100.000 (R$603.176,42), mainly used in the development of technologies for deep learning.

A engineered arts also produces the Ameca Desktop, a smaller version of AMEC, intended for research and development laboratories. Its price is around £50.000 (R$301.588,21).

Another robot developed by the company is the mesmer, designed to interact with people at events and exhibitions. With impressive movements and facial expressions, the mesmer provides an engaging and interactive experience for the audience.

O Quinn is a versatile humanoid robot, also used at events and exhibitions to interact with people. With realistic movements and expressions, the Quinn offers captivating entertainment and interaction.

Finally, the engineered arts offers the RobotThespian, a humanoid robot designed for use in theaters and museums. With the ability to perform a wide variety of movements and facial expressions, the RobotThespian contributes to the cultural and interactive experience of viewers.

the robots mesmer, Quinn e RobotThespian they cost approximately £50.000 (R$301.588,21). It is important to note that the prices mentioned are approximate and may be subject to change. The company also rents robots for events. For up-to-date pricing information and an accurate quote, it is recommended that you the engineered arts.

Pepper, NAO – SoftBank Robotics 3s1z45

The Pepper and NAO robots have already been used in several events and applications, including the 2018 World Cup, the 2020 Olympic Games and NASA (Image: Aldebaran)

Pepper e NAOC are two incredible humanoid robots developed by SoftBank Robotics, widely used in various sectors, from retail and services to education and research.

O Pepper is a social humanoid robot designed to interact with humans in a natural and engaging way. With a height of 1,2 meters and -friendly design, the Pepper It is equipped with cameras, touch sensors, microphones and speakers, allowing it to sense and respond to human emotions and behaviors.

It uses advanced natural language processing algorithms to understand and respond to questions and verbal commands, as well as express itself through gestures, facial expressions and even dance. O Pepper It has been used in stores to assist customers, in hospitals to provide information and entertainment to patients, and in other settings to create personalized and memorable interactions.

O NAOC, in turn, is a versatile and educational humanoid robot. At 58 centimeters tall, the NAOC It has a lovely appearance and a variety of advanced technological features. It is equipped with cameras, distance sensors, touch sensors and microphones, allowing it to interact with the environment and people around it.

O NAOC It is often used in educational institutions, where it helps teach programming, mathematics and science. Furthermore, the NAOC It has been used in programs for children with autism spectrum disorders, helping them improve their social and communication skills.

the robots Pepper e NAOC, can be purchased directly from the company or through authorized resellers, with prices and availability varying according to region and specific configurations.

In Brazil, SoftBank Robotics has commercial partners in cities such as São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte and Porto Alegre. O Pepper has an average price of around US$20.000 (R$96.841,44), while the NAOC It has an average price of around US$8.000 (R$38.736,58). It is recommended to the SoftBank Robotics or authorized resellers for up-to-date pricing information and best purchasing options.

Beomni – Beyond Imagination 25s63

Beomni represents a significant advancement in humanoid robotics, offering physical work and interactions between humans and robots in diverse industries (Image: Netzwelt)

The incredible beomni developed by Beyond Imagination, performs a wide range of physical tasks and interactions with the environment. Your artificial intelligence Beomni AI, can learn tasks similar to the human brain and adapt to changes in real time. This robot can imitate human movements, lift up to 15 kg with each arm and is designed to work in various industries such as logistics, construction, healthcare, hospitality and retail.

O beomni be controlado remomente from anywhere in the world using a headset from virtual reality (VR) and gloves, and is designed to eventually learn and perform tasks without virtual control. Its remote control capability makes it versatile for applications in different environments and industrial sectors.

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The robot is 1,8 meters tall and weighs 100 kg. It is equipped with 12 RGB cameras, 12 infrared cameras, 12 depth sensors and 12 force sensors. Its power is supplied by a battery lasting up to 8 hours.

Regarding price and availability, the value of the beomni is not publicly disclosed. To purchase a beomni, you need to the Beyond Imagination. The company offers two purchasing options: direct sales to corporate or government customers and a lease for companies that want to experience the beomni before purchasing it.

Digit – Agility Robotics 56w54

Digi is a mobile manipulation robot developed by Agility Robotics to connect automation technologies.
Digit is a mobile manipulation robot developed by Agility Robotics to connect automation technologies (Image: Business Wire)

The bipedal humanoid robot Digit, manufactured by Agility Robotics, is the first of its kind to work in factories. One of the main advantages is its ability to move around complex environments and perform tasks autonomously. Thanks to its robust structure and advanced ts, the robot can adapt to different types of terrain and overcome obstacles efficiently.

O Digit It is 1,7 meters tall, weighs 75 kg and has the range to travel up to 20 km. It can move objects weighing up to 30 kg, assemble complex products, such as cars and household appliances, and interact with humans in a safe and efficient way.

It is worth mentioning that the Agility Robotics recently opened a factory in Salem, Oregon, with the capacity to produce more than 10.000 robots per year. The current price of the robot Digit is US$250.000 (R$1.210.518,00), and is available for pre-sale on the company for customers participating in the Agility Partner Program (APP).

Walker X – Ubtech 71315k

The wonderful and versatile Walker X da Ubtech is a bipedal humanoid robot enhanced to perform various household tasks such as serving tea, pouring liquids, watering plants, cleaning surfaces and more. Additionally, it has the ability to provide massages! (US$ 960.00,00 – R$ 4.659.168,00)

ARI – PAL Robotcs 4w1466

O ARI, manufactured by PAL Robotics, is a social and collaborative robot that combines service robotics and artificial intelligence and is already on pre-sale. With expressive features and ease of integration, the ARI opens new possibilities for human-robot interaction and drives advances in areas such as perception, cognition and interaction.

Your high-performance platform, based on ROS (Robotic Operating System), offers Cartesian movement control, graphical interface for creating movements, speech recognition and social perception. 

Atlas – Boston Dynamics 5x5b3c

A Boston Dynamics created the famous Atlas, an advanced humanoid robot with impressive mobility and dexterity. With sophisticated control and depth sensors, the Atlas it can adapt in real time and interact with the environment in a meaningful way. Its lightweight and powerful design combined with acrobatic abilities make it a benchmark in advanced robotics. (US$ 150.00,00 – R$ 727.995,00)

TALOS – PAL Robotics 613v6p

O STALKS da PAL Robotics, is an advanced bipedal humanoid robot with torque control and communication network EtherCAT, can perform precise and reactive movements. With a load capacity of 6 kg per arm, the STALKS is used in research.

Phoenix – Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corporation 3b2x6a

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We present in pre-sale the Phoenix da Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corporation, a generalist humanoid robot driven by the control system IA Carbon. Highlighted as one of the greatest inventions of 2023 by the magazine TIme. It offers solutions to global challenges, promoting safer and more prosperous work while creating new employment opportunities. 

O Change 3 is developed by the teacher Hiroshi Ishiguro and Mixi Corporation, and is part of a research project on Artificial Life (Alife) that explores new forms of human communication and entertainment. The robot has enhanced singing expression, human detection and dynamic movements.

In a performance in Tokyo, the Change 3 conducted an excerpt from the android opera “Scary Beauty“. Although the price and sales locations are not known, a copy of the Change 3 was donated to Tokyo University.

ARMAR-6 – Karlsruhe Institute of Technology 6g6q1h

O ARM-6 developed by Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) for working in industrial environments will be on the market soon. It interacts with humans, offers proactive help and uses 3D cameras and laser sensors to sense the environment and avoid collisions.

With artificial intelligence, the robot performs maintenance tasks autonomously, learns by observing humans and communicates in natural language. The price and purchase locations were not disclosed. ARMAR-6 represents an advance in collaboration between humans and robots in industries, bringing greater efficiency and safety.

Sophia – Hanson Robotics 69w1g

Sophia, Hanson Robotics, is a famous humanoid robot with realistic appearance and social interaction skills. With advanced artificial intelligence, it recognizes faces, expresses emotions and has meaningful conversations. Sophia stands out for his unique personality, adapting to the environment and sharing his perspectives on technology and artificial intelligence. No price disclosed, it is possible to Robot Shop for more details.

Promobot V.4 – Promobot 37v27

The incredible Promobot V.4, da Promobot, is an advanced and versatile robot capable of performing various tasks such as customer service and providing information. Equipped with artificial intelligence, it recognizes faces, answers questions and can move autonomously. 

EVE – 1X 3g50w

EVE, the humanoid robot from 1X, operates as security at industrial sites in Europe and North America, using artificial intelligence and autonomous navigation. The company seeks to expand the use of humanoid robots as caregivers for the elderly in the future. Collaboration with the OpenAI drives its development, aiming for advances in robotics and AI.

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Humanoid robots have revolutionized the interaction between humans and machines, playing important roles in areas such as customer service, personal assistance and security. With their advanced skills and artificial intelligence, they are expanding the possibilities of technology and promise a future full of innovations.

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Source: Markets and Markets, BuiltIn, The Robot Report

Text proofread by: Pedro Bomfim (13 / 12 / 23)

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