| Developers: | Ubtech Robotics |
| Date of the premiere of the system: | October 2024 |
| Branches: | Electrical and Microelectronics |
| Technology: | Robots Industrial |
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2025: DeepSeek Implementation
In early March 2025, the Chinese company UBTech announced the world's first successful deployment of humanoid robots for teamwork. Thanks to the innovative BrainNet platform, machines are able to solve complex problems together.
UBTech has rolled out dozens of its Walker S1 robots at Zeekr's (Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's premium division) electric vehicle plant in the Chinese port city of Ningbo. UBTech developed a specialized multimodal AI model based on DeepSeek R1. This AI system is at the heart of BrainNet, enabling continuous platform self-evolution. The UBTech model is trained on a high-quality set of industrial data collected during the actual operation of the Walker S1 in several automotive plants.
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At Zeekr, equipped with a 5G communication system, Walker S1 humanoid robots are engaged in sorting, transporting parts, accurate assembly and quality control. Using high-precision sensors and adaptive control, these machines are able to control their own grip strength and handle fragile components delicately.
UBTech created a special planning and management system for Walker S1 collaboration. Robots, for example, can join forces to transport overall and heavy loads together. The applied technical and software solutions are said to "provide effective teamwork in challenging industrial environments and pave the way for the next stage in the evolution of intelligent manufacturing."
In 2025, UBTech plans to launch 500 to 1000 Walker S1 robots: they will be delivered to various customers, including automakers, contract OEM electronic engineers Foxconn and logistics firm SF Express.[1]
2024: Production begins
In mid-October 2024, the Chinese company UBTech announced the start of production of industrial humanoid robots called Walker S1. This development can help solve the problem of labor shortages in the manufacturing industry of the PRC.
At 172 cm tall, the Walker S1 weighs about 76 kg. It can carry loads weighing up to 15 kg. The robot is equipped with stereoscopic vision, and an array of tactile sensors is integrated in the palm of your hand. The machine uses artificial intelligence tools for general action planning. Walker S1 can adapt to the surrounding space, efficiently performing tasks at various enterprises. It is able to carry out visual quality control, transfer products of different sizes, use an electrical screwdriver to tighten screws, assemble parts and sort components.
As of October 2024, UBTech has received more than 500 orders from automakers for its humanoid robots. The machine began to undergo training at the factories of a number of companies, including the enterprise of the world's largest manufacturer of electric vehicles BYD. Walker S1 works in conjunction with other self-driving logistics vehicles and intelligent production management systems. In addition to BYD, UBTech's customers in the automotive industry are Dongfeng Motor, a joint venture between FAW-Volkswagen and Geely.
In automated plants, it is estimated that about 70% of the workload is done by robotic systems, while the rest is taken over by humans. UBTech intends to assign another 20% of tasks to its robots, leaving only 10% for human workers. This will help to save employees from tedious and monotonous operations, as well as reduce the risk of injuries associated with physical activity.[2]
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