Marking 52 years since the debut of the first humanoid robot in 1972, the 2024 World Robotics Conference in Beijing featured over 600 innovative products from 169 companies, including a record number of 27 humanoid robots. Throughout the five-day conference, humanoid robots took the spotlight exhibiting their potential applications across fields such as industry, healthcare, and services.
A service humanoid robot capable of cooking, making juice, and organizing items, in addition to humanoid robots designed for industrial tasks such as moving heavy items, was introduced by Leju Robotics. ROPA, the world’s first orthopedic surgery robot integrating AI deep learning technology, was presented by Changmugu. ROPA represents a milestone in surgical precision, with the ability to generate 3D surgical plans within minutes and perform surgeries with sub-millimeter accuracy.
Tesla unveiled its Optimus humanoid robot, featuring 28 articulated joints and advanced motor control systems, showcasing significant advancements in mobility and versatility. UBTECH demonstrated its Walker S Lite AI-powered humanoid robot, highlighting its application in car manufacturing processes including quality testing, intelligent transportation, and chemical handling. The AI embodied robot “Tiangong,” captivated audiences with its conversational abilities, voice command responsiveness, and precise object manipulation.
The 2024 World Robot Conference underscored the pivotal role of AI in advancing humanoid robotics, driving the integration of humanoid robots with general AI on a global scale.
