IGRIS-A
The IGRIS-A is a compact service-oriented humanoid robot from ROBROS, standing at approximately 154 cm tall with 29 articulated joints in the body and an advanced 11-joint tendon-driven hand for dexterous manipulation. It excels in human-robot collaboration for customer-facing environments like cafes, leveraging reinforcement learning for stable bipedal walking and imitation learning for precise object handling that mimics human motions. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin AI hardware, it features a dual battery system, 30:1 gear ratio for smooth torque control, and fast motion planning up to three times quicker than prior models. Adaptive hands grip varied objects dynamically, while stereo cameras, RealSense depth sensors, and IMU enable navigation and balance in unstructured spaces. Designed for lifelike interactions, it supports remote teleoperation, data collection for AI training, and tasks like serving, product handling, and hospitality assistance, prioritizing safe, efficient partnership with humans.
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IGRIS-A is a humanoid system developed by ROBROS in South Korea and launched in 2024. Starting price is estimated at Approx. USD 150,000 - 200,000(Enterprise/Research Platform). It is currently ranked #299 in most-viewed humanoid robots on Origin of Bots. It supports Tools, packages, precision instruments, people interaction. Operating battery runtime is rated at 5–7 Hours (Optimized for full-shift service data collection). Primary applications include Service Industry (Cafes/Restaurants), AI Research & Development, Data Collection for Foundation Models, Unstructured Environment Navigation. Featured in editorial articles including “ROBROS Crafts IGRIS-C into Humanoid Partner Powerhouse”.
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IGRIS-C
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The IGRIS-C is a compact humanoid robot from ROBROS, standing at 154 cm tall and weighing 56 kg, designed for human-robot collaboration in service environments like cafes and retail spaces. Featuring 31 degrees of freedom in the body and 11 DOF in tendon-driven 5-finger hands, it excels in dexterous manipulation and bipedal locomotion. Powered by reinforcement learning for agile walking, running, jumping, backflips, and cartwheels, and imitation learning for precise object handling, it adapts to unstructured indoor settings. Equipped with stereo cameras, RealSense depth sensors, IMU for balance, and NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX plus Intel Core i7 computing, it supports teleoperation, autonomous tasks, and data collection for AI training. With a 17000mAh 48V battery, torque-based control at 150Nm max torque, and 7 DOF arms plus 3 DOF waist and 2 DOF neck, IGRIS-C offers robust performance in narrow, complex spaces, emphasizing safe, lifelike interactions and developer-friendly research capabilities.
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Q1. What is IGRIS-A, and what problem is it designed to solve?
IGRIS-A is a humanoid robot developed by South Korean company Robros for service environments like cafes. According to the manufacturer, it addresses needs in customer-facing settings through human-robot collaboration rather than replacement.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of IGRIS-A?
IGRIS-A employs reinforcement learning for walking and imitation learning for object manipulation. The manufacturer states it features tendon-based hands for adaptive gripping and NVIDIA Jetson Orin hardware for AI processing.
Q3. Who is IGRIS-A built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
IGRIS-A targets service sectors including hospitality and retail. Robros positions it for human-robot collaboration in cafes and customer interaction venues.
Q4. Is IGRIS-A a commercial product or still a research prototype?
Introduced in early 2025, IGRIS-A is presented by Robros as a commercial humanoid for service applications. As of 2026, it functions as a developer-oriented platform with research elements.
Q5. Is IGRIS-A currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
Robros announced IGRIS-A in early 2025 with plans for commercial availability. Shipping depends on distributor fulfillment following pre-orders placed after introduction.
Q6. How does IGRIS-A actually work in real-world environments?
IGRIS-A uses imitation learning from teleoperated demonstrations for tasks in unstructured settings. According to Robros, it supports remote control alongside autonomous functions for service environments.
Q7. When was IGRIS-A announced or officially launched?
Robros introduced IGRIS-A in early 2025. The company has showcased it at events including CES 2026 as a service-oriented humanoid.
Q8. How is IGRIS-A different from other robots in the same category?
IGRIS-A emphasizes tendon-driven hands for dexterous manipulation and a focus on indoor-safe locomotion. Robros highlights its human-first design for collaborative service tasks over replacement.
Q9. Does IGRIS-A require additional development or customization after purchase?
Robros provides control software and default poses with IGRIS-A. The manufacturer notes potential for data collection to train custom AI models for specific service applications.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for IGRIS-A?
Robros has announced plans to enhance capabilities like dynamic movements from early commercial deployments. The company aims to expand toward broader service market adoption.
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