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Meta has created a humanoid robot prototype named Max in partnership with Chinese robotics firm Fourier, as reported on October 31. This initiative is part of Meta's broader strategy to develop robots that can assist with household tasks. The prototype stands approximately five feet tall and feature...
Meta has developed a humanoid prototype named Max in collaboration with Fourier, a Shanghai-based company, and is currently working on a second version. This initiative represents Meta's commitment to advancing home robotics, although the company has stated that the project is intended for internal...
During the 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC), Fourier showcased its third-generation humanoid robot series GR-3 at the Beijing Yichuang International Exhibition Center. The series includes the GR-3, focused on interactive services, and the GR-3C, which emphasizes functional services. The GR-3C 'Astr...
On July 17, 2026, the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) commenced in Shanghai, where Fourier demonstrated a complete home scenario featuring the GR-3 humanoid robot. The robot performed tasks such as item retrieval, delivery, and security inspections, responding to natural language com...
On July 17, 2026, Fourier introduced the GRW, its first wheeled dual-arm robot, at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai. This innovative robot is designed for flexible industrial operations, focusing on stability, efficiency, and continuous assistance in factory settings. The GR...
At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, Fourier unveiled its first wheel-based dual-arm robot, the GRW. This robot is designed for high-frequency, general auxiliary tasks in automotive manufacturing, warehousing logistics, and 3C electronics, marking a shift from mere demonstrations to...
In 2026, the embodied intelligence industry is transitioning from technology validation to large-scale commercialization. With support from capital and policy, the focus is shifting from rigid, high ROI scenarios like industrial manufacturing to commercial services and home environments. A key chall...
On October 20, YITA, a Chinese robot hardware startup, announced it has raised over RMB 100 million through its seed and seed-plus funding rounds. The funding was backed by investors including Galbot, Fourier, and others, with Lighthouse Capital acting as the incubator and exclusive financial advise...
Fourier Rehab hosted the Global Rehabilitation & Assistive Technology Network (GReAT) Summit 2026 from May 13 to 15 at its headquarters in Shanghai. The event convened a diverse group of clinicians, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss advancements in rehabilitation technology. Key topics in...
On Wednesday, Chinese robotics company Fourier Intelligence unveiled its inaugural full-sized humanoid robot, the “Care-bot” GR-3, designed for interactive companionship. The robot, which stands 165 cm tall and weighs 71 kg, boasts 55 degrees of body freedom, allowing for a wide range of movements....
Fourier Intelligence has unveiled the N1, a 1.3-meter tall humanoid robot designed specifically for developers and researchers. The launch, which took place recently, emphasizes an open-source model that allows users to access blueprints, software code, and build instructions. This initiative aims t...
RSF defines a common language for robot service capability, lifecycle operations, certification pathways, and service-provider networks.
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