China’s EV maker XPENG unveils Iron robot with 60 joints to mimic human movements
The firm’s advanced Turing AI chip, with a 40-core CPU, provides AI capabilities for robots, cars, and even future flying vehicles.
A Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer is going the Tesla way by unveiling its first humanoid robot.
At its 2024 AI Day event, Xpeng unveiled its first robot, Iron, marking a major leap into robotics.
The robot has more than 60 joints and 200 degrees of freedom, and it uses technology shared with XPENG’s AI Electric Vehicles (EVs).
XPENG reports that Iron is already active on its automotive production lines, helping assemble the upcoming P7+ EV.
“The robots have already been integrated into XPENG’s daily operations and focus on internal applications, such as factories and stores,” the firm said in a statement.
Versatile system
XPENG, known for its EVs, held its 2024 AI Day event, showcasing cutting-edge AI innovations. One of the standout reveals was the humanoid robot, Iron.
Standing 5’8″ tall and weighing 154 pounds (70 kilograms), Iron is already operational, working on Xpeng’s production lines. This robot is tasked with assembling the upcoming P7+ electric vehicle, highlighting its practical role beyond just display.
Although little details are available, Xpeng’s specially designed Turing AI chip is known to power the robot. With more than 60 joints and 200 degrees of flexibility, Iron can precisely handle delicate parts and carry out intricate activities like walking.
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