Hanson Robotics
Bringing AI to life through human-centric humanoid robots and biomimetic technology.
Figure 1 (and its successor Figure 02) represents the vanguard of the 2026 Embodied AI market. Built upon a foundation of end-to-end neural networks and integrated with OpenAI's large-scale vision-language models (VLM), Figure's architecture enables robots to see, hear, and reason in real-time. The hardware features a human-centric design with 16 degrees of freedom in the hands and high-torque electric actuators, allowing for precise manipulation in unstructured environments like automotive factories and logistics hubs. By 2026, Figure has transitioned from R&D prototypes to commercially deployed units, primarily focusing on the 'Robot-as-a-Service' (RaaS) model. Their technical stack utilizes advanced onboard inference to process complex sensory data with sub-millisecond latency, allowing the robot to self-correct during tactile tasks. Positioning itself as a solution for the labor shortage in manufacturing, Figure integrates seamlessly with existing WMS and ERP systems via specialized middleware, marking a shift from purpose-built robotics to general-purpose autonomous labor.
Onboard inference engine using OpenAI's GPT-series architectures for high-level semantic reasoning.
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Fourth-generation hands with 16 degrees of freedom and integrated tactile force sensors.
Movement control is managed by a single neural network rather than hard-coded heuristics.
Sensory-motor feedback loop that detects slips or misses and adjusts grip in real-time.
Custom liquid-cooled battery pack providing up to 8 hours of continuous operation.
Combination of speakers, microphones, and LED status indicators for human-robot interaction.
Critical tasks run at the edge; complex reasoning is offloaded to low-latency cloud servers.
Repetitive, ergonomic strain on humans lifting heavy parts for assembly.
Registry Updated:2/7/2026
High turnover rates in physically demanding logistics roles.
After-hours labor costs and inventory inaccuracies.