A futuristic visitor recently turned heads at the CGTN office: the G1 humanoid robot from Unitree Robotics, based in Hangzhou, east China. The high-tech guest impressed everyone with its advanced capabilities and offered a glimpse into the future of robotics.
You might recall Unitree’s H1 model, which captivated audiences with a stunning performance at this year’s CMG Spring Festival Gala. The G1 model, however, is smaller and lighter, standing approximately 1.3 meters tall and weighing 35 kilograms, compared to the H1’s 1.8 meters and 50 kilograms. With 23 to 43 joint electrodes, the G1 offers remarkable flexibility, enabling it to perform tasks ranging from dancing to executing simple welding operations with mechanical arms.
Jin Da, marketing manager of Unitree Robotics, shared insights on how advancements like China’s DeepSeek model are propelling the robotics industry forward. “The development of large models provides a solid foundation for robots. This includes improvements in computational power and applications in various other areas,” he said.
This year’s Two Sessions highlighted the concept of new quality productive forces, emphasizing the integration of technological innovation and industrial upgrading. Jin believes that humanoid robots will first find applications in large-scale environments like factories and will gradually transition to household use. “In the future, I believe we could see humanoid robots entering our homes within 10 years or even sooner,” he added.
He noted the positive cycle of innovation in the field: “Humanoid robots are receiving a lot of attention. The more attention they receive, the more talent and companies will get involved, leading to further innovation and expansion.”
