W1
The CASBOT W1 is a wheeled humanoid robot developed by Beijing Zhongke Huiling Robotics Technology Co., Ltd., designed for embodied AI operations in logistics, retail, and manufacturing environments. It combines a wheeled mobile base with adjustable lift mechanics and dual humanoid arms, enabling task execution at variable heights. Its perception suite includes RGB-D vision, LiDAR, tactile and force sensors, and an industrial-grade IMU. The platform supports VLA-style instruction models for intelligent task execution.
Primary use case: Industrial
Height
163 cm
Weight
110 kg
DOF
34
Specifications
Physical
Height
163 cm
Weight
110 kg
Degrees of Freedom
34
Locomotion
Wheeled
Commercial
Availability
Available
Primary Use Case
Industrial
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