EngineAI
EngineAI, formally Shenzhen EngineAI Robotics Technology, is a Chinese humanoid robot company known for agile, athletic robots such as the PM01 and the full-size T800. It was founded in October 2023 in Shenzhen by Zhao Tongyang, its chief executive, and Ren Guowen, and it develops its joint modules, control systems and AI in-house, combining classical control with reinforcement learning. Its range includes the SA01 bipedal platform for research and education, the SE01 full-size humanoid, which walks with a natural human-like gait at up to 2 m/s, the compact 138 cm PM01, and the T800, a 1.73 m humanoid with up to 450 Nm of joint torque built for industrial work and robot combat. In February 2025 a PM01 performed what EngineAI called the first front flip by a humanoid. In April 2026 the company filed for a Hong Kong IPO and completed a US$200 million Series B at a valuation of about US$1.5 billion, and in June 2026 it opened a T800 factory in Shenzhen.
💡Notable Achievement: EngineAI raised nearly $140 million in pre-A++ and A1 funding and demonstrated the world's first front flip by a humanoid robot in February 2025, showcasing millimeter-level precision in highly dynamic maneuvers.
What Does EngineAI Do?
EngineAI is a Shenzhen humanoid and quadruped company that combines classical control with reinforcement learning; its T800 is a 185 cm, 85 kg full-size humanoid.
“Full-stack Chinese humanoids that blend RL with precision control.”
Full-Stack Development
Proprietary joint modules, control and AI developed in-house.
Dynamic Motion
World-first humanoid front flip demonstrated in February 2025.
Big-Tech Partnerships
Strategic partnerships including NVIDIA, Amazon and JD.com.
What Can EngineAI Robots Actually Do?
Cross-portfolio operational capabilities, manipulation tasks, and environmental competencies
A heavy-duty humanoid with 41 degrees of freedom, 8-hour runtime and high-speed mobility.
Dynamic Combat & Demonstrations
T800 runs at 10 km/h and performs robot boxing displays.
Heavy-Duty Industrial Tasks
Aluminium structure and 41 joints for industrial tasks and logistics automation.
Solid-State Battery Runtime
Up to 8 hours on a 5 kWh pack.
Perception & Navigation
Visual SLAM, LiDAR mapping and terrain-sensing algorithms.
EngineAI Robots
Showing 4 Humanoid Robots of 4 total models
T800
By: EngineAI
Launched: 2025
The EngineAI T800 is a full-size humanoid robot built for heavy-duty industrial tasks and competitive combat scenarios. Standing 1.73 meters tall and weighing 75–85 kilograms depending on configuration, it features 25 to 46 degrees of freedom depending on edition, an aluminum alloy exoskeleton, and a solid-state battery for durability and extended operation. Designed for strength and agility, the T800 supports advanced manipulation, autonomous navigation, and integrated safety systems. It has been showcased in events such as the Robot Boxer free combat competition and is also deployed in retail settings for real-world human interaction, positioning it as a versatile platform for industrial and consumer applications.
SE01
By: EngineAI
Launched: 2024
SE01 is EngineAI’s full-size humanoid robot featuring 32 degrees of freedom and a bio-inspired neural-network gait enabling human-like walking, running, and squatting motions. It uses a lightweight aerospace-grade aluminum frame combined with 360° LiDAR and Intel RealSense depth cameras for precise 3D perception and obstacle avoidance. The robot runs on a quick-swap 10,000 mAh lithium-ion battery providing about 2 hours of operation. Its modular software supports OTA updates and reinforcement learning, making it a versatile platform for research, industrial automation, and human–robot interaction.
PM01
By: EngineAI
Launched: 2024 (Global debut at CES 2025; Space adaptation program launched January 2026)
The PM01 by EngineAI is a compact, open-source humanoid robot designed for research and development. Standing at 1.38 meters and weighing 40 kg, it features 24 degrees of freedom and a 320-degree waist rotation, enabling dynamic and fluid movements. Equipped with dual processors (Intel N97 and NVIDIA Jetson Orin), it supports advanced AI applications. Its modular design allows for hardware expansion, making it adaptable for various robotics challenges.
SA01
By: EngineAI
Launched: 2024
SA01 is EngineAI’s highly extensible bipedal humanoid platform designed for education, research, and rapid prototyping. It emphasizes open hardware, natural bipedal motion, and modular expandability rather than full consumer-grade autonomy. Publicly reported specifications indicate a 12-DoF lower-body-focused humanoid with a roughly 1.7 m standing height, about 40 kg mass, and a 15Ah battery pack. The platform is built around high-torque joint modules, IMU-based balance control, and a lightweight aluminum-alloy structure. Its walking speed is around 1 m/s, making it suitable for locomotion studies, reinforcement learning, and embodied AI experiments in lab and demo environments.
EngineAI Software & AI Ecosystem
Developer platforms, fleet management portals, autonomy intelligence, and enterprise integrations
RL + Classical Control Stack
Precision Motion Control
Combines traditional control with reinforcement learning.
Proprietary OS with ROS2
Python & C++ Interfaces
Proprietary OS with ROS2, Python and C++ interfaces.
EngineAI Timeline & Milestones
Evolutionary history, landmark prototypes, major acquisitions, and commercial roadmap
EngineAI founded in Shenzhen
Zhao Tongyang and Ren Guowen found EngineAI in Shenzhen to build humanoid robots.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
SA01 bipedal robot released
EngineAI releases the SA01 bipedal robot, priced at 38,500 yuan.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
SE01 full-size humanoid unveiled
EngineAI unveils the SE01, a full-size humanoid with a natural human-like walking gait.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
PM01 compact humanoid launched
EngineAI launches the PM01, a compact 138 cm humanoid for research and development.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
PM01 performs a front flip
A PM01 performs what EngineAI describes as the world's first front flip by a humanoid robot.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
$200 million Series B and Hong Kong IPO filing
EngineAI completes a US$200 million Series B at a valuation of about US$1.5 billion and files for a Hong Kong IPO.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
T800 factory opens in Shenzhen
EngineAI opens a factory in Shenzhen to produce its T800 humanoid.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
EngineAI Competitors by Category
Direct industry rivals grouped by specific robotics domain
What Makes EngineAI Different?
Editorial AnalysisOrigin of Bots objective strategic assessment, engineering moats, and commercial hurdles
Key Strengths & Moats
- ✓Nearly US$140M raised across pre-A++ and A1 rounds.
- ✓Strong RL-driven dynamic-motion demos.
- ✓8-hour runtime and base-model pricing from US$25,000.
Core Strategic Focus
Scaling T800 sales to industrial, commercial and entertainment customers.
Road Ahead & Challenges
- •Overlaps with the separate "EngineAI Robotics" record and may need merging.
- •Combat-oriented demos do not equal proven industrial reliability.
EngineAI vs Key Competitors
Strategic capability matrix across platform categories, commercial readiness, and target markets
Category / Focus
- EngineAI
- Full-Size Bipedal Humanoid
- Unitree Robotics Unitree H1
- Full-size high-dynamic humanoid
- AgiBot Agibot A1
- Full-size industrial humanoid
- UBTECH Robotics Walker S2
- Industrial humanoid workforce
- Fourier Intelligence GR-2
- Full-size humanoid platform
Primary Use
- EngineAI
- Heavy-duty industrial tasks, robot boxing
- Unitree Robotics Unitree H1
- Not listed
- AgiBot Agibot A1
- Picking/sorting in logistics
- UBTECH Robotics Walker S2
- Factory floor automation
- Fourier Intelligence GR-2
- Physical rehabilitation assistance
Weight
- EngineAI
- 85 kg
- Unitree Robotics Unitree H1
- 47 kg
- AgiBot Agibot A1
- 55 kg
- UBTECH Robotics Walker S2
- 73 kg
- Fourier Intelligence GR-2
- 63 kg
Battery Runtime
- EngineAI
- 8 h
- Unitree Robotics Unitree H1
- 2 h
- AgiBot Agibot A1
- 2 h
- UBTECH Robotics Walker S2
- 2 h
- Fourier Intelligence GR-2
- 2 h
| Strategic Dimension | EngineAI(Current) | Unitree Robotics Unitree H1 | AgiBot Agibot A1 | UBTECH Robotics Walker S2 | Fourier Intelligence GR-2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category / Focus | Full-Size Bipedal Humanoid | Full-size high-dynamic humanoid | Full-size industrial humanoid | Industrial humanoid workforce | Full-size humanoid platform |
| Primary Use | Heavy-duty industrial tasks, robot boxing | Not listed | Picking/sorting in logistics | Factory floor automation | Physical rehabilitation assistance |
| Weight | 85 kg | 47 kg | 55 kg | 73 kg | 63 kg |
| Battery Runtime | 8 h | 2 h | 2 h | 2 h | 2 h |
Corporate Ecosystem & Ownership Structure
Parent company relationships, historical acquisitions, and global operating facilities
Global Facilities & Operating Hubs
EngineAI Headquarters
HQShenzhen, China
Articles & Industry News
Showing 6 recent articles and news updates about EngineAI
PM01 Demonstrates Real-Time Balance Recovery at CES 2026
News about PM01
EngineAI SE01 Steals CES 2026 Spotlight with Dynamic Demo Mishap
News about SE01
EngineAI T800 Kicks CEO in Combat-Ready CES Debut
News about T800
EngineAI PM01 Revolutionizes Affordable Humanoid Robotics
News about PM01
EngineAI Launches SA01, Revolutionizing Bipedal Robotics
News about SA01
SE01 Revolutionizes Humanoid Robotics with Human-Like Mobility
News about SE01
Robot Comparisons
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Compare T800 by EngineAI & Phantom MK1 by Foundation
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T800 by EngineAI vs 4NE-1 Mini by NEURA Robotics 2025
T800 or 4NE-1 Mini? See which humanoid robot performs better for manufacturing, logistics, and research with comparisons on dexterity, autonomy, and payload.
Compare Optimus by Tesla & SE01 by EngineAI
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NEO Gamma by 1X vs T800 by EngineAI 2025
In-depth comparison of NEO Gamma by 1X Technologies and T800 by EngineAI. Analyze navigation, sensors, and battery performance.
K2 Bumblebee by Kepler vs T800 by EngineAI
Which robot wins? K2 Bumblebee vs T800 compared across speed, sensors, navigation, and price for industrial humanoid selection.
Optimus by Tesla vs T800 by EngineAI: Review
Compare Optimus and T800. Detailed analysis of sensors, navigation, battery, speed, and price.
SE01 by EngineAI vs NEO Gamma by 1X
In-depth comparison of SE01 by EngineAI Robotics and NEO Gamma by 1X Technologies. Analyze sensors, navigation, and battery performance.
Next-Gen IRON (XPENG) vs T800 (EngineAI)
Next-Gen IRON or T800? Compare specs, sensors, navigation, speed, and battery life for optimal humanoid performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
8 AnswersVerified answers, company specifications, and deployment details about EngineAI
What is EngineAI?
EngineAI, formally Shenzhen EngineAI Robotics Technology, is a Chinese humanoid robot company founded in October 2023, known for agile robots such as the PM01 and the T800.
Who founded EngineAI?
EngineAI was founded in Shenzhen in October 2023 by Zhao Tongyang, its chief executive, and Ren Guowen, to build agile humanoid robots.
What robots does EngineAI make?
EngineAI makes the SA01 bipedal platform, the full-size SE01 humanoid, the compact 138 cm PM01 and the T800, a 1.73 m humanoid for industrial work and robot combat.
Did an EngineAI robot do a front flip?
Yes. On 23 February 2025 an EngineAI PM01 performed what the company described as the world's first front flip by a humanoid robot.
What is the EngineAI T800?
The T800 is EngineAI's 1.73 m humanoid with up to 450 Nm of peak joint torque, built for heavy industrial tasks and robot combat. EngineAI opened a factory in Shenzhen to produce it in June 2026.
How much does an EngineAI robot cost?
EngineAI released the SA01 bipedal robot at 38,500 yuan in July 2024. Prices for its larger humanoids vary by model and configuration, so buyers should contact the company.
Is EngineAI going public?
EngineAI filed for a Hong Kong IPO in April 2026, when it also completed a US$200 million Series B that valued the company at about US$1.5 billion.
Are EngineAI and EngineAI Robotics the same company?
Yes. EngineAI and EngineAI Robotics both refer to Shenzhen EngineAI Robotics Technology, the Shenzhen maker of the PM01, SE01 and T800 humanoids.
Verified Data & Editorial Assurance
Compiled from verified corporate filings, official EngineAI datasheets, and robotics engineering registries. Information has been verified against official manufacturer documentation. For commercial procurement or proprietary integrations, contact the manufacturer directly.