Elephant Robotics Draws Global Spotlight at World Robot Conference with Humanoid and Bionic Robots and STEM Education Solutions at EduTECH
With breakthroughs in large language models and AI technologies, the advancement of humanoid robots has emerged as a major trend in the long-term development of the robotics industry. In recent years, the humanoid robot sector has seen explosive growth, with an increasing number of bipedal and wheeled humanoid robots entering the market. With the unwavering vision of "Enjoy Robot World," Elephant Robotics actively engages in international robotics events and exhibitions to fully showcase the charm of our collaborative robots, bionic robot pets, humanoid robots, and innovative robotics education solutions. In August, we participated in 2 major industry events: the World Robot Conference 2024 in Beijing and the EduTECH Conference in Melbourne.
The World Robot Conference (WRC) is a prestigious international event, recognized as the largest and most influential gathering in China's robotics field. It serves as a hub for the latest advancements in robotics and intelligent automation, attracting a global audience of industry leaders, researchers, engineers, and technology enthusiasts. The 2024 conference, themed “Co-Fostering New Quality Productive Forces for a Shared intelligent Future,” focused on technological innovation and practical applications, deepening the “robotics + applications” landscape.
At WRC 2024, Elephant Robotics' booth was a major attraction, drawing over 5,000 visitors who eagerly interacted with our latest robotic innovations. Our lifelike bionic robotic companion pets from the metaAnimal series captivated the crowd, sparking lively interactions. We featured a range of novel products, including Mercury Humanoid Series Robots, 6 DOF collaborative robot myCobot Series, 6 DOF robot arm mechArm 270, 4 DOF palletizing stepper robotic arm ultraArm P340, bionic robot cat metaCat, bionic robot dog metaDog and bionic robot panda metaPanda. The metaAnimal series reflects our mission to bring robots into everyone's life, offering innovative robotics solutions for home companionship and allowing everyone to experience the convenience and benefits of having robots in homes. These lifelike bionic companions are designed to interact seamlessly with users, providing emotional support to children, adults, seniors, and individuals with autism and dementia. In home settings, they serve as comforting robot companions that help reduce feelings of loneliness, aid cognitive development, alleviate anxiety, and mitigate aggressive behaviors. By fostering a sense of proactive responsibility and contributing to overall mental well-being, these bionic pets bring meaningful, positive interactions into daily life.
The development of embodied AI and humanoid robots is advancing rapidly, marking a significant shift in the robotics landscape. Junyi Song, our CEO, stated, "Leveraging our 8 years of expertise in AI, collaborative robots, and bionic robotics, we launched our first wheeled humanoid robot, Mercury X1, at the end of last year." The Mercury Humanoid Series is set to become the preferred choice for those seeking reliable, scalable, and robust solutions in commercial services and smart home applications. Wheeled humanoid robots offer distinct advantages over bipedal humanoid robots, including enhanced mobility, greater dexterity, and lower complexity, making them ideal for commercialization. In scenarios requiring only basic mobility, deploying a mobile chassis with high-performance LiDAR instead of legs significantly reduces costs and shifts the development focus to optimizing dual-arm collaboration and eye-in-hand calibration capabilities. This design enables precise and efficient mobile manipulation, maximizing both operational performance and development resources. The Mercury Humanoid Series takes this a step further by integrating large language models (LLMs) in embodied AI, allowing these robots to excel in complex tasks through advanced voice command recognition and comprehensive information processing. In the hospitality industry, they can function as waitstaff or delivery robots, managing repetitive tasks such as serving drinks and transporting items, thereby boosting efficiency and reducing labor costs. In home settings, they serve as personal assistants, aiding with everyday chores like sweeping, folding clothes, and washing dishes. Junyi Song remarked, "As the global ageing population and workforce shortages become more prevalent alongside technological advancements, we recognize the pivotal contribution of humanoid robots in fostering global economic development. In the future, we are committed to developing more wheeled humanoid robots to expand the application of humanoid robots in commercial services and intelligent home environments."
Before participating in the WRC, we showcased our innovative robotics technology at EduTECH, Australia’s largest conference and exhibition for educators and EdTech providers. This prestigious event serves as a platform for sharing insights and experiences to inspire and empower educators to become the change-makers the sector needs and drive meaningful change in education. Participation in the EduTECH provided us with a unique opportunity to present our innovative robotics education solutions and robotics workshops, drawing widespread attention from international educators and scholars.
During this two-day exhibition, our booth attracted numerous attendees who experienced our lightweight collaborative robotic arms and lifelike bionic robot pets. These robots were highly recognized for their potential applications in education. We showcased diverse robotics education solutions, including the 4 DOF robotic arm ultraArm P340, the 6 DOF collaborative robot myCobot 280, the 6 DOF cobot myCobot 320, the 7 DOF robotic arm myarm 300, the mobile robot myAGV 2023, the Artificial Intelligence Kit for entry-level AI vision. Additionally, the bionic robot companion pets metaCat, metaDog, and metaPanda attracted significant attention. By providing these versatile and engaging learning tools, we are committed to supporting educators in their mission to inspire the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers. Our robotics education solution aims to make advanced robotics accessible, offering students a glimpse into the potential of technology to transform industries and solve real-world challenges, thus shaping the future of education. Hunter Chen, our Director and Vice President, stated, "In response to the current challenges in STEM and higher education, we have developed innovative robotic solutions that offer a variety of workshops, designed to enhance students' practical skills and hands-on experience with cutting-edge robotic technology. We engaged with numerous visitors, particularly educators and school representatives, gaining valuable insights into their preferences and priorities when selecting educational robots. These insights will be instrumental in further optimizing our robotics education solutions."
At these 2 exhibitions, Elephant Robotics garnered extensive international media coverage from more than 30 outlets, including major networks like CCTV, BRTV, China Xinhua News, and Beijing Youth Daily. These media coverages highlighted the innovative features and significant impact of our wheeled humanoid robots Mercury series and lifelike bionic robotic pets metaAnimal series.
Through participation in World Robot Conference 2024 and EduTECH, we gained valuable industry insights through in-depth exchanges with robot enthusiasts, experts, and educators worldwide. This feedback will drive us to continually advance humanoid robotics technology, enhance human-robot interaction, and deliver more cutting-edge robotics education solutions and research platforms.