Robots Used in Dangerous or high-risk work
Explore commercial, industrial, and experimental robots deployed in dangerous or high-risk work workflows.
EIR Technology
SkyWalker 2
SkyWalker 2 is a full-size humanoid robot from EIR Technology designed for agile bipedal locomotion and real-world task execution in industrial and service settings. Standing at human height and built with lightweight aluminum and composite structures, it combines high joint count, compliant actuation, and a bionic waist for stable, human-like motion. Its 5‑finger anthropomorphic hands support dexterous manipulation of tools, components, and packages in environments such as manufacturing, inspection, elder care, and intelligent services. With on-board perception using RGB‑D vision and multi-sensor fusion, SkyWalker 2 can navigate cluttered spaces, interact safely with humans, and perform repetitive workflows. Connectivity to edge and cloud compute, including large language model integration, enables natural-language tasking, teleoperation, and continuous learning, making SkyWalker 2 suitable both as a production robot and as a research and development platform.
Orano And Capgemini
Hoxo Robot
Hoxo is an intelligent humanoid robot designed specifically for the nuclear industry, combining advanced AI, real-time perception, and autonomous navigation to operate safely alongside human teams in hazardous environments. It replicates human movements and performs technical gestures with precision, enhancing safety by reducing human exposure to risky zones. Hoxo integrates robotics, computer vision, digital twins, and AI to deliver scalable robotic assistance, redefining human-machine collaboration in sensitive industrial settings. Its deployment at Orano’s Melox site marks a pioneering step in using humanoid robots as “Non-Human Workers” in high-stakes sectors.
Italian Institute of Technology (IIT)
iRonCub
iRonCub is a groundbreaking jet-powered flying humanoid robot developed by IIT's AMI lab, transforming the iCub3 platform into the world's first humanoid capable of controlled flight. Equipped with four micro-jet engines—two on the arms and two on a backpack jetpack—it generates over 1000 Newtons of thrust to achieve stable hover up to 50 cm, managing extreme heat over 800°C via a titanium spine and heat-resistant covers. Advanced AI control systems, including neural networks and UKF pose estimation, enable human-like balance amid turbulent airflows, shifting center of mass, and limb movements. Onboard sensors like IMU and depth cameras support real-time flight dynamics, multibody aerodynamics, and non-stationary maneuvers. Designed for research in aerial humanoid robotics, it pioneers applications in search-and-rescue, hazardous inspections, and disaster response, blending bipedal morphology with unprecedented aerial agility.
Agile Robots
Agile ONE
Agile ONE is a full-size industrial humanoid robot standing 174 cm tall, engineered for factory floor deployment alongside human workers. It combines world-leading dexterous hands featuring 21 articulation points per hand with advanced tactile and force-torque sensing in every joint, enabling both delicate assembly and firm grasping. The robot integrates a layered AI architecture trained on real-world industrial datasets, autonomous navigation via LiDAR and spatial recognition, and intuitive human-robot interaction through expressive facial displays and proximity sensing. Designed for material handling, machine tending, tool use, and precision manipulation tasks, Agile ONE represents a shift toward Physical AI—intelligence grounded in tactile feedback and real-world industrial application rather than raw lifting capacity.
Mentee Robotics
Menteebot (V3.0 Production Prototype)
Menteebot is a full-size humanoid platform designed for seamless transition from industrial labor to domestic service. Standing 1.75 meters tall, it is uniquely engineered around an "AI-First" philosophy, moving beyond traditional pre-programmed routines. It utilizes a breakthrough Real2Sim2Real pipeline, allowing users to "mentor" the robot through natural demonstrations. Once a task is demonstrated, the robot refines the skill in a high-fidelity simulation before executing it autonomously in the real world. Powered by dual NVIDIA Jetson Orin AGX units and an onboard Large Language Model (LLM), Menteebot can decompose complex verbal instructions into modular physical actions without teleoperation
TARS Robotics
TARS
TARS is an advanced humanoid robot developed by Tars Robotics, a Chinese startup specializing in embodied AI for precision manufacturing. Standing at 167 cm with 35 degrees of freedom, it excels in bipedal locomotion and bi-manual dexterity, demonstrated by world-first achievements like hand embroidery and wire harness assembly requiring sub-millimeter precision and adaptive force control. Equipped with stereoscopic RGBD cameras, IMU for balance, and tactile sensors, TARS integrates the SenseHub platform and TARS 2.0 Zero AI World Engine for learning general physical skills from real-world data. Its electric servo actuators and harmonic gears enable stable manipulation of flexible materials, while 5G-A connectivity supports low-latency teleoperation. Designed for industrial automation, it bridges AI decision-making with physical execution, targeting logistics, manufacturing upgrades, and scalable production with human-safe collaboration.
Tesla
Optimus Gen 3
Tesla Optimus Gen 3 is a general-purpose humanoid robot designed for both industrial and future home applications, featuring advanced bipedal locomotion and unprecedented hand dexterity. While the main body retains the Gen 2 chassis (173 cm tall, 57 kg), the "Gen 3" designation specifically refers to the upgraded 22-degree-of-freedom hands powered by 50 actuators, a 4.5x increase over previous versions. This robot excels in factory tasks such as sorting battery cells, moving items between bins, and handling fragile objects like eggs without damage. Powered by a 2.3 kWh battery and Tesla's adapted Full Self-Driving AI, it achieves walking speeds of 5–8 km/h and can carry payloads up to 20 kg per arm or deadlift 68 kg. With a runtime of 10–12 hours, Optimus Gen 3 represents a critical step toward mass-producing affordable, autonomous humanoids for repetitive and dangerous tasks.
Unitree Robotics
Unitree H1
The Unitree H1 is a full-size universal humanoid robot standing about 180 cm tall and weighing approximately 47 kg. It features advanced powertrain technology enabling high agility, speed, and load capacity, with a peak torque density of 189 N.m/kg. The robot can achieve speeds exceeding 3.3 m/s, with potential mobility over 5 m/s. It is equipped with 360° depth sensing through integrated 3D LiDAR and depth cameras, allowing precise environmental perception and autonomous navigation in complex terrains. Designed for industrial, research, and interactive applications, the H1 combines robust construction with flexible bipedal locomotion and human-like articulated arms. Its battery is quickly replaceable, supporting extended operational endurance.
Robot Era
L7
The Robot Era L7 is a cutting-edge bipedal humanoid robot standing 171 cm tall and weighing 65 kg. It features 55 degrees of freedom for whole-body dexterity, including a 12-DoF fully direct-driven dexterous hand. The L7 excels in both speed and manipulation, capable of running at 4 m/s (14.4 km/h) and carrying dual-arm payloads up to 20 kg. Equipped with binocular cameras, 3D LiDAR, and a microphone array, it offers 360° spatial perception and advanced environmental adaptation. Its applications range from industrial automation and logistics to entertainment and research, with capabilities such as hip-hop performance, bartending, sorting, assembly, and teleoperation. The robot integrates AI-powered control with a high-performance onboard computer for real-time responsiveness and complex task execution.
EngineAI
T800
The EngineAI T800 is a full-size humanoid robot built for heavy-duty industrial tasks and competitive combat scenarios. Standing 1.85 meters tall and weighing 85 kilograms, it features 41 high-degree-of-freedom joints, 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.
Holiday Robotics
Friday
Friday is a highly dexterous wheeled humanoid robot from Holiday Robotics, engineered for real-world industrial manipulation, logistics, and human-robot interaction. Standing at human scale with 63 degrees of freedom, it features advanced 20-DoF tactile hands capable of detecting forces as low as 0.05N at 1900Hz refresh rates, enabling precise grasping of delicate objects and safe collaboration with people. Powered by a high-speed wheeled base reaching 1.9m/s, it prioritizes stability, energy efficiency, and 24/7 operation via hot-swappable batteries over bipedal complexity. Integrated sensors support autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance, and low-latency control (0.2s perception-to-action), with sim-to-real learning for tasks like assembly and retail assistance. Certified safe for human proximity, Friday bridges research and commercial deployment in factories, warehouses, and service environments, offering cloud connectivity, teleoperation fallback, and modular integration for scalable automation.
AgiBot
AgiBot A2 Ultra
The AgiBot A2 Ultra is a next-generation humanoid robot engineered for advanced service and industrial applications. Designed with human-like proportions and a futuristic aesthetic, it features a highly dexterous 49+ degree-of-freedom body, enabling agile movement and precise manipulation. Equipped with a 200 TOPS AI computing system, the A2 Ultra processes multimodal inputs—text, audio, and visual—with 96% accuracy, even in noisy environments. Its sensor suite includes LiDAR, RGB-D cameras, microphone arrays, and fingertip sensors, supporting safe navigation and delicate object handling. The robot excels in customer service, logistics, and research, offering modular hardware, cloud integration, and real-time autonomous task execution.
AgiBot
RAISE A1
The RAISE A1 is a first-generation general-purpose humanoid robot engineered for real-world industrial and commercial applications. Standing 175 cm tall with an athletic human-like build, it combines advanced bipedal locomotion with 49+ degrees of freedom for fluid, natural movements. Equipped with dexterous five-finger hands capable of precise manipulation and 5 kg per-arm lifting capacity, the robot integrates proprietary AI systems including WorkGPT and EI-Brain architecture for autonomous task execution. With LiDAR and RGB-D vision sensors, it navigates complex environments safely alongside human workers, performing repetitive precision tasks in manufacturing, logistics, and service sectors.
HUMANOID
HMND 01 Alpha Bipedal
The HMND 01 Alpha Bipedal is a next-generation humanoid robot developed by HUMANOID, designed for industrial, logistics, and service automation. Standing at 179 cm tall, it features 29 degrees of freedom (excluding end-effectors), modular manipulation with options for 12-DOF five-finger hands or 1-DOF parallel grippers, and a payload capacity of 15 kg bimanual. The robot leverages a proprietary Vision-Language-Action (VLA) framework powered by NVIDIA compute, enabling advanced perception, reasoning, and skill execution. With a runtime of 3 hours, it supports agile bipedal locomotion, including walking, sidestepping, squat-walking, and hopping, and is optimized for dynamic environments such as warehouses, manufacturing floors, and service spaces. Its modular design allows for rapid adaptation and upgrades, making it suitable for research, proof-of-concept deployments, and real-world automation tasks.
HUMANOID
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is a modular, industrial-grade humanoid robot designed for logistics, manufacturing, and retail automation. Standing 220 cm tall, it features a humanoid torso, arms, and head mounted on a wheeled mobile base, enabling agile navigation in confined spaces. With 29 degrees of freedom, advanced AI-powered perception, and whole-body control algorithms, the robot performs complex manipulation tasks at or above human speeds. Its modular design allows for rapid adaptation to various industrial workflows, supporting interchangeable end-effectors and protective garments. The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled excels in goods handling, picking, packing, and part manipulation, offering safe human-robot collaboration and extended runtime for demanding environments.
Unitree Robotics
Unitree H2
The Unitree H2 is a full-sized humanoid robot designed for versatility and dexterity. It stands at 180 cm tall and weighs 70 kg. The robot features a 31-DOF architecture, including a 3-DOF waist and 2-DOF neck, allowing for fluid movements like dance and kung-fu. It can carry a payload of 7 kg normally and up to 21 kg briefly. The H2 is equipped with advanced robotic hands for precise object manipulation.
AgiBot
AgiBot G2
The AgiBot G2 is an industrial-grade wheeled humanoid robot designed for precision manipulation, human-robot interaction, and versatile deployment in manufacturing, logistics, and service environments. Featuring 26 active degrees of freedom with 7-DOF force-controlled arms per side, it supports 5kg arm payloads and sub-millimeter accuracy through torque sensors. Omnidirectional chassis mobility reaches 1.5m/s, complemented by 360° perception via 3D LiDAR, multiple RGB-D and stereo cameras. Powered by dual hot-swappable batteries offering 4 hours runtime, it integrates NVIDIA Jetson T5000 compute (2070 TFLOPS FP4) for on-device AI, enabling real-time embodied intelligence with GO-1 and GE-1 models for complex task execution, voice interaction, and predictive planning. IP42-rated for indoor use, it excels in assembly, guided tours, and collaborative operations, bridging traditional automation gaps with intuitive teleoperation and rapid learning capabilities.
X-Humanoid
Embodied Tien Kung 3.0
Embodied Tien Kung 3.0 is a full-size humanoid robot engineered for industrial deployment, featuring high-torque integrated joints delivering up to 400 N·m peak torque for overcoming 1-meter obstacles and maintaining stability on uneven terrain. With 43 degrees of freedom, it executes dynamic maneuvers like running, stair climbing, jumping, kneeling, and precise millimeter-level operations in confined spaces. Powered by the Wise KaiWu embodied AI platform, it integrates perception, decision-making, and execution for autonomous operation, whole-body tactile sensing, and multi-robot coordination. Open interfaces support ROS2, MQTT, TCP/IP, and tool expansions, enabling adaptation to manufacturing, logistics, and services. Human-like proportions and advanced balance control ensure safe human collaboration with fluid, high-load manipulations
Beyond Imagination
Beomni 1.0
Beomni 1.0 is a wheeled humanoid robot designed for versatile remote operation and AI-assisted tasks across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, and eldercare. Featuring human-like upper body with articulated head, shoulders, waist, arms, and dexterous hands with opposable thumbs, it lifts up to 15.88 kg per arm for heavy loads while performing delicate actions like pinching salt or opening bottles. Four-wheel base enables traversal over mud, sand, snow, and rough terrain. Initially teleoperated via VR headset and gloves with low-latency stereo vision, haptic feedback, and 3D audio, its evolving AI brain learns from demonstrations to achieve semi-autonomy and full autonomy. Advanced sensors support object recognition, navigation, and multitasking, promoting safer, more productive human-robot collaboration without physical presence requirements.
Zoomlion Tech
Zoomlion Z01
Zoomlion Z01 is a humanoid robot introduced by Zoomlion Heavy Industry as part of its embodied-AI and industrial robotics efforts. It has been shown in public demonstrations at KOMATEK 2026 and prior event appearances, where it performed coordinated motions such as Tai Chi and dance, indicating emphasis on balance, whole-body control, and human-robot interaction. Zoomlion states that Z01 is intended for industrial collaboration, intelligent tour guidance, scientific research, and education applications. Public reporting confirms the robot as a humanoid exhibit, but detailed engineering specifications have not been officially published, so many technical values below are estimated from comparable industrial humanoids and should be treated as provisional.
Persona AI
Persona Humanoid
Persona Humanoid is an industrial-grade bipedal robot engineered for heavy-duty applications in shipyards, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities. Built on a modular platform, it performs skilled physical tasks including welding, grinding, inspection, and material handling with extreme dexterity. The robot operates autonomously in complex, uneven environments, adapting to dynamic conditions while supporting human workers. Powered by advanced embodied AI and trained on extensive datasets, it features robust navigation, force-sensitive manipulation, and long runtime for multi-shift operations. Designed for safety and endurance, Persona Humanoid integrates seamlessly into industrial workflows, offering a transformative solution for repetitive, high-value labor where precision and reliability are critical.
Figure AI
Figure 02
Figure 02 is the second-generation humanoid robot from Figure AI, designed to operate in human-centric environments with full-body mobility and AI-driven interaction. It features integrated wiring, onboard battery, and a vision-language model supported by six RGB cameras. Equipped with dual high-performance GPU modules, Figure 02 is capable of real-time perception, decision-making, and execution. It also has sophisticated five-fingered hands with 16 degrees of freedom, enabling it to manipulate tools and carry objects up to 25 kg. Its applications span across industrial, logistics, and manufacturing sectors.
Agility Robotics
Digit
Digit, developed by Agility Robotics, is a groundbreaking humanoid robot designed to work alongside humans in environments built for people. Standing 5'9" tall and weighing 143 pounds, Digit walks upright on two legs with bird-like agility, allowing it to navigate stairs, tight corridors, and uneven ground. Its lightweight arms with four degrees of freedom enable it to lift and move packages up to 35 pounds, making it ideal for repetitive logistics tasks like tote retrieval and warehouse stacking. Digit is powered by onboard computers, uses LiDAR and depth cameras for navigation, and connects to the Agility Arc cloud platform for autonomous task coordination and fleet management. With a modular design, it can be customized for a wide range of industrial applications. Digit isn’t just a robot—it’s a step toward blending robotics into everyday human workflows, tackling labor shortages while enhancing efficiency and safety in real-world workplaces.
Apptronik
Apollo
Apollo is a next-gen humanoid robot built for real-world work. Standing nearly as tall as a human, Apollo is engineered to perform physical tasks in logistics, manufacturing, and services. With a sleek design, modular build, and the ability to safely interact with humans, Apollo brings a sci-fi vision to life. It’s not just a concept — it’s a practical, strong, and intelligent workforce assistant that can lift 25 kg, move with grace, and even be remotely operated or AI-powered. Apollo is where robotics meets reality.
Kepler Robotics
Forerunner K2
The Forerunner K2 by Kepler Robotics is a fifth-generation general-purpose humanoid robot designed for industrial and collaborative applications. Standing at 175 cm tall and weighing 75 kg, it features 52 degrees of freedom for fluid, human-like movements, including a rotating/tilting head and rigid arms/legs with planetary roller screw actuators delivering up to 8,200 N peak force. Its dexterous rope-driven hands offer 11 DOF each, with 96 tactile contact points per fingertip for precise grasping up to 15 kg per hand and 25 kg total payload. Equipped with infrared binocular 3D cameras, over 80 sensors for tension/pressure/torque, and a 100 TOPS Nebula AI system, the K2 excels in visual SLAM navigation, autonomous task execution via imitation/reinforcement learning, and real-time environmental adaptation. With 8-hour runtime on a 2.33 kWh battery, improved gait stability, and cloud integration, it supports dual-arm handling in manufacturing, logistics, inspection, and high-risk operations, enabling seamless human-robot collaboration.
Sanctuary AI
Phoenix
Phoenix is Sanctuary AI’s groundbreaking humanoid robot designed to revolutionize human-robot collaboration. With human-like dexterity, advanced perception, and robust AI, Phoenix can operate in complex environments including manufacturing floors, healthcare facilities, and service industries. It can perform delicate tasks, heavy lifting, and interact naturally with humans. Its design aims to reduce human workload in hazardous or repetitive tasks while ensuring safety and precision. Phoenix’s learning capabilities allow it to adapt to new environments, making it a versatile asset for future-forward workplaces.
UBTECH Robotics
Walker S2
Walker S2 is a full‑size bipedal humanoid robot designed for industrial and commercial environments. It features 52 degrees of freedom, high‑torque brushless motors, and dexterous five‑fingered hands. Powered by a dual‑battery hot‑swap system, it can autonomously exchange depleted packs at charging stations and resume tasks within minutes. Its AI stack combines vision‑based SLAM, real‑time path planning, and swarm coordination for reliable navigation and task sharing across multiple units. Walker S2 excels at material handling, assembly, inspection, and customer service roles in factories, warehouses, hotels, and retail spaces.
Hexagon AB
AEON
AEON is a state-of-the-art humanoid robot developed by Hexagon AB, designed specifically for industrial environments to address labor shortages and enhance operational efficiency. Standing approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing around 132 pounds, AEON combines advanced locomotion with dexterous manipulation enabled by 34 degrees of freedom and five-fingered hands. It integrates Hexagon’s proprietary precision measurement technologies and a sophisticated sensor fusion system to achieve sub-millimeter accuracy in tasks such as part inspection, material logistics, and digital twin creation. AEON’s AI-driven mission control and spatial intelligence allow it to navigate complex environments, perform high-accuracy tasks, and adapt in real time. Its unique battery-swapping mechanism supports continuous operation without downtime, making it suitable for demanding industrial applications including aerospace, automotive, and construction sectors. AEON is currently piloted by leading manufacturers like Pilatus and Schaeffler.
Boston Dynamics
Atlas (Electric Atlas, 2025)
Atlas (Electric Atlas, 2025) is Boston Dynamics' fifth-generation humanoid robot, fully electric and designed for real-world industrial and research applications. It features advanced all-electric actuators that provide superior strength and a broader range of motion than previous models, including 360-degree rotation at key joints. Atlas integrates sophisticated sensor arrays such as LiDAR, stereo and RGB cameras, and depth sensors, enabling real-time perception and environmental awareness. Its software leverages AI, machine learning, and large behavior models for autonomous whole-body manipulation and locomotion, allowing it to perform complex tasks like packing, sorting, and adapting dynamically to unexpected physical challenges. The robot is built with lightweight titanium and aluminum 3D printed parts for optimal strength-to-weight ratio and supports integration with Boston Dynamics’ fleet management software, Orbit.
Deep Robotics
DR01
The DR01 is an advanced humanoid robot standing 1.7 meters tall and weighing 80 kg, designed for high mobility and adaptive intelligence. It features AI-driven autonomous learning capabilities that allow it to acquire new skills and adapt to changing environments. The robot can walk at speeds over 1.6 m/s, navigate obstacles such as 18 cm steps and 25° slopes, and maintain balance on uneven or slippery terrain. Equipped with proprietary lightweight J60 and high-torque J100 joints, it delivers flexible and strong movements. Its fusion perception system integrates internal and environmental sensors for real-time adaptive control, making it suitable for industrial automation, research, and complex task execution in dynamic settings.
Deep Robotics
DR02
The DR02 is a full-size humanoid robot designed for industrial and outdoor applications, featuring an IP66 rating for dust and water resistance. Standing 175 cm tall and weighing 65 kg, it operates in extreme environments from -20°C to 55°C, enabling all-weather, all-scenario continuous operation. It has a modular quick-detach design for arms and legs, facilitating rapid maintenance and reducing downtime. Equipped with advanced sensors including LiDAR, depth and wide-angle cameras, and powered by a high-performance NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin platform delivering 275 TOPS, the DR02 supports real-time perception, navigation, and intelligent decision-making. It can walk at 1.5 m/s, climb slopes up to 20 degrees, and carry payloads up to 20 kg, making it suitable for logistics, inspection, security, and industrial tasks in harsh environments.
Mirsee Robotics
MH3
MH3 is a third-generation humanoid robot designed by Mirsee Robotics to augment skilled labor through precise dual-arm manipulation and advanced mobility. It features teleoperation via immersive VR with haptic feedback, enabling operators to perform complex manual tasks remotely in hazardous or labor-intensive environments. MH3 supports up to 27 kg combined arm force, integrates omni-directional mobility for maneuvering in confined spaces, and emphasizes safe human-robot collaboration with force limiting and collision detection. Its design targets industrial, manufacturing, and service sectors, enhancing productivity and reducing physical strain while operating continuously with wireless charging and a 10-hour runtime.