Dobot, a Chinese developer specialising in collaborative robotic arms, has announced the creation of Atom, a humanoid robot aimed at entering the growing but still emerging robotics market.
The company, known for its range of robotic solutions, has provided limited details about Atom but has released several videos showcasing the robot performing autonomously.
Atom is equipped with 28 degrees of freedom which the company says allows it a precision of ±0.05mm. Notably, Atom features straight knees, which the company claims reduces energy consumption by 42% while still maintaining the ability to navigate challenging terrains.
The robot is also powered by computing capabilities 7.7 times greater than the industry standard, incorporating the Robot Operator Model – 1 (ROM-1). These features allow Atom to autonomously adapt to unstructured environments.
Founded in 2015, Dobot also has other robotic products, including collaborative robots (cobots), SCARA arms, desktop arms, and educational robots.
The company has developed integrated drive and control systems, motion control, smart interaction, and intelligent sensing capabilities. Dobot claims to have deployed over 72,000 robots across more than 80 countries. Atom represents the company’s inaugural entry into the humanoid robotics field.
While Dobot has yet to disclose specific market targets for Atom, the company’s released footage suggests it may be designed for use in environments such as kitchens and homes. If this direction is indeed the intended focus, Dobot would be joining a number of other developers targeting humanoid robots for domestic applications, particularly household chores.
As of now, Dobot has not provided further information despite outreach for additional details, leaving the full scope of Atom’s capabilities and potential applications still unclear.
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