SUPCON Chairman & CEO Discusses Launch of Zhejiang Humanoid Robot Innovation Center and Debut of Navigator α

SUPCON Technology Co., Ltd. Makes Strides in Humanoid Robotics with Launch of Navigator α

HANGZHOU, China, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a recent interview, George Cui Shan, Chairman & CEO of SUPCON, discussed the establishment of the Zhejiang Humanoid Robot Innovation Center and the unveiling of their first self-developed humanoid robot, Navigator α. The Innovation Center, supported by SUPCON, aims to foster collaboration between academia and industry in the field of humanoid robotics, paving the way for innovative applications in various industrial settings.

Navigator α, the latest creation from SUPCON, stands out with its impressive features. Standing at 1.5 meters tall and weighing 50 kilograms, this humanoid robot is equipped with cutting-edge hardware components, including a planetary reducer, lightweight mechanical arms, and a highly dexterous hand with multiple degrees of freedom. The hand, with 15 finger joints and six active degrees of freedom, showcases exceptional capabilities such as fingertip force of 10N, lightweight design of 600g, and joint speed of 150 degrees per second. By integrating mechanism control, imitation learning, and reinforcement learning, Navigator α leverages advanced AI technologies to achieve significant advancements in both hardware and algorithms.

George emphasized the importance of integrating AI with robotics to drive innovation in the industry. Unlike traditional humanoid robots, the focus is not only on the physical aspects but also on leveraging AI as the “brain” of industrial operations. The collaboration between SUPCON and the Innovation Center aims to push the boundaries of AI technology and its practical applications, ensuring that humanoid robots are tailored to meet specific industry needs.

The launch of Navigator α marks a significant milestone for SUPCON and the Zhejiang Humanoid Robot Innovation Center, setting the stage for further advancements in the field of humanoid robotics. With a strong emphasis on research, development, and industrial collaboration, SUPCON is poised to lead the way in the intelligent transformation of the robotics industry.

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