Dex Force
DexForce is a Shenzhen embodied AI company that makes 3D vision systems for robots and the DexForce W1 wheeled humanoid robot. It was founded in June 2021 by Professor Jia Kui and specialises in combining 3D vision, simulation-to-real AI training, generative 3D models and robot hardware so that robots can see and handle objects in complex, semi-structured environments. Its products include PickWiz, a 3D vision solution for robotic picking, the DexVerse engine and EmbodiChain development platform for training robots in simulation, the DexSense vision sensor, and the W1 and W1 Pro wheeled humanoids. The W1 was launched in January 2024 as a general-purpose wheeled humanoid with advanced manipulation abilities. In July 2025 DexForce raised several hundred million yuan in a round led by Chengdu Science and Technology Venture Capital and Hongtai Capital Holdings, with Tianying Capital, Sichuan Science and Technology Investment Group, Nanshan Emerging Industry Fund and existing investor Lenovo Capital also taking part.
💡Notable Achievement: DexForce developed DexVerse, an end-to-end physics-based Sim2Real simulation engine that generates millions of synthetic data iterations to train vision and dual-arm manipulation models without requiring manual real-world teleoperation.
What Does Dex Force Do?
DexForce (跨维智能) is revolutionizing industrial manipulation through the convergence of 3D spatial vision, physical digital twins, and dexterous humanoid robotics. Led by renowned computer vision authority Prof. Kui Jia, DexForce addresses the core bottleneck of physical AI: the scarcity of high-quality real-world training data. Through its DexVerse simulation platform, DexForce generates infinite photorealistic synthetic data, allowing its W1 Pro dual-arm mobile humanoid to master complex factory assembly tasks entirely in simulation before executing them zero-shot in the physical world. This breakthrough delivers unbeatable deployment speed, high precision, and extreme resilience across electronics and automotive manufacturing plants.
“DexForce powers dual-arm mobile humanoid robots with Sim2Real 3D spatial intelligence, enabling zero-shot factory automation without real-world training bottlenecks.”
DexVerse Sim2Real Engine
Synthesizes physics-grounded 3D training datasets that bridge the simulation-to-reality gap for complex grasping and assembly.
Industrial-Grade Dual 7-DoF Arms
Delivers 10 kg continuous payload per arm with sub-millimeter repeatability for machine tending and heavy component handling.
Full-Shift 8-Hour Endurance
Combines energy-efficient wheeled mobile bases with high-capacity LiFePO4 batteries to support continuous 8-hour factory shifts.
What Can Dex Force Robots Actually Do?
Cross-portfolio operational capabilities, manipulation tasks, and environmental competencies
DexForce develops wheeled mobile humanoids, industrial dual-arm manipulation cells, and enterprise digital twin simulation software.
Heavy-Duty Dual-Arm Handling
Dual 7-DoF arms lifting up to 10 kg per arm for heavy metal casting transfer, battery pack assembly, and pallet loading.
Reflective & Cluttered Bin Picking
Proprietary 3D vision algorithms that accurately reconstruct reflective metallic parts and clear plastics in dense industrial bins.
Sim2Real Zero-Shot Deployment
Training new workpiece handling workflows entirely within DexVerse simulation, cutting deployment ramp-up from weeks to hours.
Dex Force Robots
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W1 Pro
Manufactured by Dex Force
The W1 Pro is a wheeled humanoid robot from Dex Force, featuring a highly humanoid upper body with advanced arms and hands mounted on a stable mobile chassis for efficient navigation and manipulation. It excels in high-precision tasks with sub-millimeter accuracy, powered by Sim2Real technology and Visual Language Action (VLA) models that enable rapid skill transfer from simulation to real-world applications. Equipped with 34-40 degrees of freedom, binocular vision sensors, and automatic hand-eye calibration, it handles complex operations like parts assembly, factory inspections, and delicate interactions such as operating a coffee machine. Designed for multi-scenario versatility in industrial and service environments, the W1 Pro prioritizes endurance with up to 8 hours of runtime, low power consumption, and modular end effectors for adaptability. Its hybrid architecture trades bipedal complexity for reliability, focusing on sustained commercial utility in unstructured settings.
Dex Force Software & AI Ecosystem
Developer platforms, fleet management portals, autonomy intelligence, and enterprise integrations
DexVerse Engine
Photorealistic Physics Simulation Platform
Proprietary simulation software generating physics-accurate synthetic 3D data and training reinforcement learning manipulation policies.
DexSense 3D
Spatial Vision Foundation Model
Deep 3D spatial perception model providing sub-millimeter 6D pose estimation, transparent object segmentation, and depth completion.
DexCore OS
Real-Time Whole-Body Trajectory Controller
Deterministic real-time motion control stack coordinating wheeled navigation, torso elevation, and dual-arm manipulation.
Dex Force Timeline & Milestones
Evolutionary history, landmark prototypes, major acquisitions, and commercial roadmap
DexForce founded in Shenzhen
Professor Jia Kui founds DexForce in Shenzhen to build 3D vision and embodied AI for robots.
Source: caixinglobal.com
DexForce W1 wheeled humanoid launched
DexForce launches the W1, a wheeled humanoid robot with advanced manipulation capabilities.
Source: caixinglobal.com
Raises several hundred million yuan
DexForce raises several hundred million yuan in a round led by Chengdu Science and Technology Venture Capital and Hongtai Capital Holdings, with Lenovo Capital increasing its stake.
Source: caixinglobal.com
Dex Force Competitors by Category
Direct industry rivals grouped by specific robotics domain
AgiBot
→Model: A2-W
Focus: Wheeled dual-arm manufacturing humanoids for flexible factory automation
Toyota Research Institute
Industry PeerModel: Punyo
Focus: Whole-body compliant mobile manipulators for logistics and domestic assistance
Diligent Robotics
→Model: Moxi 2.0
Focus: Wheeled mobile manipulation for hospital and commercial logistics
What Makes Dex Force Different?
Editorial AnalysisOrigin of Bots objective strategic assessment, engineering moats, and commercial hurdles
Key Strengths & Moats
- ✓Pioneering Sim2Real synthetic data pipeline eliminates manual robot training in factory environments
- ✓High 10 kg per arm payload capacity outperforms most humanoid service robots
- ✓Full 8-hour continuous battery shift provides true drop-in compatibility with factory workflows
- ✓Stable wheeled base avoids bipedal falling risks while maximizing shop-floor payload
Core Strategic Focus
Expanding global partner distribution through its Seattle US entity and deploying multi-robot fleet orchestration in automotive plants.
Road Ahead & Challenges
- •Wheeled locomotion cannot climb standard architectural stairs, limiting multi-floor access without elevators
- •High computational overhead of continuous high-resolution 3D point-cloud processing
- •Navigating crowded factory floors with moving forklifts and overhead cranes
Dex Force vs Key Competitors
Strategic capability matrix across platform categories, commercial readiness, and target markets
Form Factor & Mobility
- W1 Pro (DexForce)
- Wheeled Dual-Arm Torso
- AgiBot A2-W
- Wheeled Dual-Arm Humanoid
- Moxi 2.0 (Diligent)
- Wheeled Single-Arm Torso
- Robot Era Q5
- Wheeled Dual-Arm Humanoid
Arm Payload (Per Arm)
- W1 Pro (DexForce)
- 10.0 kg
- AgiBot A2-W
- 5.0 kg
- Moxi 2.0 (Diligent)
- 3.0 kg
- Robot Era Q5
- 5.0 kg
Battery Shift Runtime
- W1 Pro (DexForce)
- Up to 8 Hours
- AgiBot A2-W
- 4–6 Hours
- Moxi 2.0 (Diligent)
- 8–10 Hours
- Robot Era Q5
- 4–5 Hours
Primary AI Advantage
- W1 Pro (DexForce)
- DexVerse Sim2Real Synthetic 3D
- AgiBot A2-W
- AgiOS Embody-Brain
- Moxi 2.0 (Diligent)
- Social HRI & Tele-Assist
- Robot Era Q5
- ERA-42 Multimodal VLA
Target Application
- W1 Pro (DexForce)
- Heavy 3C & Automotive Cells
- AgiBot A2-W
- Automotive Assembly
- Moxi 2.0 (Diligent)
- Hospital Logistics
- Robot Era Q5
- Factory & Service Handling
| Strategic Dimension | W1 Pro (DexForce) | AgiBot A2-W | Moxi 2.0 (Diligent) | Robot Era Q5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor & Mobility | Wheeled Dual-Arm Torso | Wheeled Dual-Arm Humanoid | Wheeled Single-Arm Torso | Wheeled Dual-Arm Humanoid |
| Arm Payload (Per Arm) | 10.0 kg | 5.0 kg | 3.0 kg | 5.0 kg |
| Battery Shift Runtime | Up to 8 Hours | 4–6 Hours | 8–10 Hours | 4–5 Hours |
| Primary AI Advantage | DexVerse Sim2Real Synthetic 3D | AgiOS Embody-Brain | Social HRI & Tele-Assist | ERA-42 Multimodal VLA |
| Target Application | Heavy 3C & Automotive Cells | Automotive Assembly | Hospital Logistics | Factory & Service Handling |
Corporate Ecosystem & Ownership Structure
Parent company relationships, historical acquisitions, and global operating facilities
DexForce US Inc.
Seattle-based corporate entity overseeing North American pilot deployments and software licensing.
Ownership & Acquisition History
Seattle-based corporate entity overseeing North American pilot deployments and software licensing.
Global Facilities & Operating Hubs
Dex Force Headquarters
HQNanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Articles & Industry News
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Frequently Asked Questions
8 AnswersVerified answers, company specifications, and deployment details about Dex Force
What is DexForce?
DexForce is a Shenzhen embodied AI company, founded in June 2021, that makes 3D vision systems for robots and the W1 wheeled humanoid robot.
Who founded DexForce?
DexForce was founded in Shenzhen in June 2021 by Professor Jia Kui, and it focuses on combining 3D vision, simulation-to-real AI training and robot hardware.
What is the DexForce W1?
The W1 is DexForce's wheeled humanoid robot, launched in January 2024, designed for advanced manipulation. The W1 Pro is its general-purpose successor.
What is DexForce PickWiz?
PickWiz is DexForce's 3D vision solution that lets robots perceive and pick objects in complex or semi-structured environments such as factories and logistics sites.
How does DexForce train its robots?
DexForce uses simulation-first training: its DexVerse engine and EmbodiChain platform train robots in virtual environments, which it combines with 3D vision and generative 3D models to transfer skills to real robots.
Who has invested in DexForce?
In July 2025 DexForce raised several hundred million yuan in a round led by Chengdu Science and Technology Venture Capital and Hongtai Capital Holdings, with Tianying Capital, Sichuan Science and Technology Investment Group, Nanshan Emerging Industry Fund and existing investor Lenovo Capital taking part.
What sensors does DexForce make?
DexForce makes the DexSense pure-vision sensor, which works alongside its PickWiz 3D vision software to give its robots and customers' robots accurate perception.
How much does the DexForce W1 Pro cost?
DexForce has not published a price for the W1 Pro. It sells the robot to industrial customers, so businesses need to contact the company for pricing.
Verified Data & Editorial Assurance
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