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Unitree R1 Humanoid Robot
Unitree Robotics has introduced the Unitree R1, a lightweight, dynamic, and customizable humanoid platform developed for academic, engineering, educational, and applied robotics projects.
Designed for research, education, and real-world testing, the R1 combines up to 26 degrees of freedom, multisensory interaction, onboard AI, and multimodal communication. It supports applications ranging from human–robot interaction and autonomous navigation to balance control, manipulation, and behavioral algorithm testing.
Its open architecture, SDK support, and modular hardware design provide a flexible foundation for custom hardware extensions, AI model training, software prototyping, and the development of human–robot interaction interfaces.
Key Features
- Multimodal intelligence supporting speech and visual input.
- Lightweight design with a robot weight of approximately 25 kg.
- Human-like bipedal movement for structured indoor environments.
- Fully programmable architecture for AI and HRI development.
- Open SDK and modular hardware for expansion.
- Multisensory interaction for voice, face, gesture, and environmental perception.
Applications
- Human–Robot Interaction research
- Artificial intelligence development
- Autonomous navigation testing
- Robotics education and classroom use
- Behavioral algorithm development
- Software and hardware prototyping
- Balance and locomotion research
- Technology exhibitions and demonstrations
Optional Upgrades
| Upgrade | Description |
|---|---|
| Three-Finger Dexterous Hands | Designed for manipulation and object interaction tasks. |
| Head360 Panoramic Vision Module | Provides expanded situational awareness and environmental perception. |
Available Versions
| Version | Model | Main Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| R1 EDU Standard | R1 EDU U1 | 24 DOF, 40 TOPS computing power, humanoid binocular camera. |
| R1 EDU Smart | R1 EDU U2 | 26 DOF, 100 TOPS computing power, 2-DOF head. |
| R1 EDU Pro A | R1 EDU U3 | Two Dex3-1 three-finger hands without tactile sensing, 40 total DOF. |
| R1 EDU Pro B | R1 EDU U4 | Two Dex3-1 three-finger hands with tactile sensing, 40 total DOF. |
| R1 EDU Pro C | R1 EDU U5 | Two BrianCo Revo 2 Basic five-finger hands, 38 total DOF. |
| R1 EDU Pro D | R1 EDU U6 | Two Revo 2 Touch five-finger hands, 38 total DOF. |
Detailed Version Specifications
R1 EDU Standard — U1
- Includes all features of the R1 Basic version.
- Total degrees of freedom: 24.
- 6 DOF per leg, 2 DOF at the waist, 5 DOF per arm, no head DOF.
- Built-in 40 TOPS expansion dock with AI algorithm support.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level development, robot models, simulation interfaces, and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Smart — U2
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Standard version.
- Total degrees of freedom increased to 26.
- 6 DOF per leg, 2 DOF at the waist, 5 DOF per arm, and 2 DOF at the head.
- Built-in computing power upgraded to 100 TOPS.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level secondary development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro A — U3
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two Dex3-1 force-controlled three-finger hands without tactile sensing.
- 7 DOF per hand: thumb 3, index finger 2, middle finger 2.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 40.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro B — U4
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two Dex3-1 force-controlled three-finger hands with tactile sensing.
- 7 DOF per hand: thumb 3, index finger 2, middle finger 2.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 40.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro C — U5
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two BrianCo Revo 2 Basic five-finger dexterous hands.
- 6 DOF per hand.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 38.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level secondary development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro D — U6
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two Revo 2 Touch five-finger dexterous hands.
- 6 DOF per hand.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 38.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level secondary development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
Smart. Personable. Accessible.
The Unitree R1 provides a flexible and accessible entry point into humanoid robotics, combining multimodal intelligence, programmable control, and expandable hardware in a lightweight platform.
Unitree R1 Humanoid Robot
Unitree Robotics has introduced the Unitree R1, a lightweight, dynamic, and customizable humanoid platform developed for academic, engineering, educational, and applied robotics projects.
Designed for research, education, and real-world testing, the R1 combines up to 26 degrees of freedom, multisensory interaction, onboard AI, and multimodal communication. It supports applications ranging from human–robot interaction and autonomous navigation to balance control, manipulation, and behavioral algorithm testing.
Its open architecture, SDK support, and modular hardware design provide a flexible foundation for custom hardware extensions, AI model training, software prototyping, and the development of human–robot interaction interfaces.
Key Features
- Multimodal intelligence supporting speech and visual input.
- Lightweight design with a robot weight of approximately 25 kg.
- Human-like bipedal movement for structured indoor environments.
- Fully programmable architecture for AI and HRI development.
- Open SDK and modular hardware for expansion.
- Multisensory interaction for voice, face, gesture, and environmental perception.
Applications
- Human–Robot Interaction research
- Artificial intelligence development
- Autonomous navigation testing
- Robotics education and classroom use
- Behavioral algorithm development
- Software and hardware prototyping
- Balance and locomotion research
- Technology exhibitions and demonstrations
Optional Upgrades
| Upgrade | Description |
|---|---|
| Three-Finger Dexterous Hands | Designed for manipulation and object interaction tasks. |
| Head360 Panoramic Vision Module | Provides expanded situational awareness and environmental perception. |
Available Versions
| Version | Model | Main Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| R1 EDU Standard | R1 EDU U1 | 24 DOF, 40 TOPS computing power, humanoid binocular camera. |
| R1 EDU Smart | R1 EDU U2 | 26 DOF, 100 TOPS computing power, 2-DOF head. |
| R1 EDU Pro A | R1 EDU U3 | Two Dex3-1 three-finger hands without tactile sensing, 40 total DOF. |
| R1 EDU Pro B | R1 EDU U4 | Two Dex3-1 three-finger hands with tactile sensing, 40 total DOF. |
| R1 EDU Pro C | R1 EDU U5 | Two BrianCo Revo 2 Basic five-finger hands, 38 total DOF. |
| R1 EDU Pro D | R1 EDU U6 | Two Revo 2 Touch five-finger hands, 38 total DOF. |
Detailed Version Specifications
R1 EDU Standard — U1
- Includes all features of the R1 Basic version.
- Total degrees of freedom: 24.
- 6 DOF per leg, 2 DOF at the waist, 5 DOF per arm, no head DOF.
- Built-in 40 TOPS expansion dock with AI algorithm support.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level development, robot models, simulation interfaces, and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Smart — U2
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Standard version.
- Total degrees of freedom increased to 26.
- 6 DOF per leg, 2 DOF at the waist, 5 DOF per arm, and 2 DOF at the head.
- Built-in computing power upgraded to 100 TOPS.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level secondary development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro A — U3
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two Dex3-1 force-controlled three-finger hands without tactile sensing.
- 7 DOF per hand: thumb 3, index finger 2, middle finger 2.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 40.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro B — U4
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two Dex3-1 force-controlled three-finger hands with tactile sensing.
- 7 DOF per hand: thumb 3, index finger 2, middle finger 2.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 40.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro C — U5
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two BrianCo Revo 2 Basic five-finger dexterous hands.
- 6 DOF per hand.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 38.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level secondary development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
R1 EDU Pro D — U6
- Includes all features of the R1 EDU Smart version.
- Two Revo 2 Touch five-finger dexterous hands.
- 6 DOF per hand.
- Total robot degrees of freedom: 38.
- Built-in 100 TOPS expansion dock.
- Maximum payload per arm: 2 kg.
- Supports high- and low-level secondary development and Isaac Sim.
- Humanoid binocular camera.
- 12-month warranty.
Smart. Personable. Accessible.
The Unitree R1 provides a flexible and accessible entry point into humanoid robotics, combining multimodal intelligence, programmable control, and expandable hardware in a lightweight platform.
Unitree R1 Edu Smart Humanoid Robot
- Regular price
- $18,900.00
- Sale price
- $18,900.00
- Regular price
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