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A humanoid robot is designed to resemble the human body in its structure and movement. It typically features two legs, two arms, a torso, and a head, and is capable of performing human-like movements such as walking, manipulating objects, or interacting with people. Humanoid robots are primarily used in robotics and artificial intelligence research, autonomous systems development, industry, logistics, as well as in education and technology demonstrations.

A quadrupedal robot is a robot that moves on four legs. Its design is inspired by animals like dogs or cats, allowing it to walk stably even in challenging terrain. Compared to humanoid robots, quadrupedal robots are often more stable when navigating uneven environments. They are used for tasks such as inspections, security applications, terrain exploration, or industrial monitoring.

The EDU (Education / Research) designation is used for robot versions designed for research, development, and education. These versions feature an open SDK (Software Development Kit) and allow access to low-level robot control, sensors, and motion functions. This makes it possible to program the robot, develop custom algorithms, or integrate it into research projects. If you plan to use the robot for research, development, or experimentation, you must choose the EDU variant.

The Unitree G1 models differ primarily in their degrees of freedom and the type of robotic hands.

• U1 – basic EDU version without advanced manipulators
• U2 – extended version with more joints (especially in the waist and wrists), allowing for more advanced movement and manipulation
• U3 – three-fingered robotic hands without tactile sensors
• U4 – three-fingered robotic hands with tactile sensors
• U5 – five-fingered hands from Inspire Robotics without tactile sensors
• U6 – five-fingered hands from Inspire Robotics with tactile sensors

Robotics and autonomous systems are among the fastest-growing technological fields today. Organisations that start working with robotics now gain valuable know-how and experience that can bring them a significant competitive advantage in the future. A robot can serve, for example, for research, algorithm development, education, technology demonstrations, or testing new applications.

The choice of robot depends primarily on your intended use – whether for research, development, demonstrations, teaching, or specific industrial scenarios. If you are unsure, we will gladly help you choose the right model. Contact us at [email protected], ideally stating the purpose for which you plan to use the robot. This will help us recommend the most suitable solution.

Yes. The EDU versions of the robots are designed specifically for development and experimentation. They provide access to the SDK, sensors, and robot motion control. This allows you to create custom applications, implement artificial intelligence algorithms, or integrate the robot into research projects. The robots are often used in conjunction with robotics frameworks such as the Robot Operating System (ROS).

Basic operation of the robot does not require deep robotics expertise. However, more advanced use – such as developing custom applications or algorithms – typically requires programming experience (most commonly Python or C++) and a basic understanding of robotics or artificial intelligence. Therefore, these robots are frequently used in universities, research institutions, or development teams within technology companies.

Currently, they are primarily used for:

• Research and development in robotics
• Education and training
• Industrial applications
• Services and human support

Humanoid robots focus mainly on object manipulation and interaction with the environment, while quadrupedal robots are ideal for mobility and inspection tasks.

The current generation of robots is primarily intended for research, development, and testing of new applications. In some cases, the robots can be used in real-world scenarios, such as for inspections or demonstrations, but most deployments still require further development and customisation to the specific environment.

Upon delivery, the robot is ready for basic use. For EDU versions, it is usually necessary to perform a basic configuration of the software environment and potentially install development tools.

Yes. For selected models, we offer the option of a short-term paid rental. We also regularly host showcases where you can see the robots in action and discuss potential use cases with us. If you are interested in this option, please email us at [email protected] and we will gladly provide you with the details.