ProtoClone
Protoclone is a highly advanced bipedal musculoskeletal android developed by Clone Robotics, designed to closely mimic human anatomy and movement. It features a polymer skeleton with 206 bones, over 1,000 artificial muscle fibers called Myofibers, and more than 200 degrees of freedom, enabling fluid, human-like motions. Equipped with 500 sensors including cameras, pressure, and inertial sensors, it integrates synthetic skeletal, muscular, vascular, and nervous systems. Currently powered by a 500-watt electric pump and pneumatic actuators, it is planned to transition to hydraulics for enhanced performance. Protoclone targets household and commercial applications such as cooking, cleaning, and other domestic tasks, representing a milestone in biomimetic robotics with a focus on natural movement and interaction.
Robot Specifications
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Speed
Max walking speed approx. 3 km/h (typical for humanoid robots with musculoskeletal design)
Runtime
Approximately 2 hours continuous operation (estimated pneumatic system power consumption)
Charging Time
Approximately 3 hours (typical for lithium-ion battery packs of this size)
Battery Pack
Estimated 2.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack (based on power needs and runtime)
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Mobile app, voice commands, physical emergency stop button
Battery Life
3-5 years (typical for lithium-ion battery systems in robotics)
Alexa, Google Home (voice command integration planned)
Yes, via Clone Robotics cloud platform for data analytics and remote diagnostics
Available Countries
United States, Poland, European Union countries (planned expansion)
Compatible with Clone Robotics app for monitoring and control
Available Colours
Black, white, and metallic gray
Warranty Info
1 year limited warranty covering defects and hardware failures
Estimated 10 kg (typical for humanoid robots designed for household tasks)
Dimensions
Approximately 180 cm x 60 cm x 40 cm (height x width x depth) (estimated based on human adult size and humanoid robot standards)
Four cameras, 320 pressure-sensitive sensors, 70 inertial measurement units (IMUs), temperature sensors, humidity sensors
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Latest News About ProtoClone
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Clone’s Protoclone V1 Mirrors Human Muscles with 1,000 Myofibers, 500 Sensors
ProtoClone Unveils Muscle Mimicry
Myofibers Drive Fluid Power
Sensors Fuel Nervous Precision
Clone Robotics disrupts biomimetic engineering by launching ProtoClone V1, a bipedal android that replicates human anatomy through 1,000 synthetic Myofibers and 500 integrated sensors. This prototype, demonstrated in suspended footage showing fluid limb extensions and torso twists, marks a pivotal shift toward robots that move indistinguishably from people. Engineers at the U.S.-Poland firm emphasize its full-body design—complete with polymer bones mimicking 206 human ones—as a foundation for seamless household integration. The reveal, timed for early commercialization, signals Clone's push to redefine domestic assistance, outpacing rigid-jointed predecessors with lifelike responsiveness.
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Q1. What is Protoclone by Clone?
Protoclone is a humanoid robot by Clone Robotics featuring a musculoskeletal structure with 206 polymer bones and 1,000 artificial muscle fibers for human-like movement.
Q2. When was Protoclone launched?
The prototype was demonstrated in early 2025, with preorder plans for a limited Clone Alpha edition later that year.
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