Qian Space, a startup specializing in embodied intelligence, has successfully secured millions in seed funding to advance its development of a no-code platform designed for creating robot motions. This groundbreaking technology enables users to generate intricate robotic movements through natural language or video input, thereby reducing the barriers for non-professionals and broadening the market for humanoid robots. The funding will facilitate the expansion of this innovative platform, which aims to democratize access to robotic technology and enhance user engagement in robotics.
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Original from leaderobot.com: No-Code Solutions Empower Robotics: Peking University Incubator Secures Millions in Funding
No-Code Solutions Empower Robotics: Peking University Incubator Secures Millions in Funding
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