Introducing the T1 Humanoid Robot
Astribot—also known as Stardust Intelligence—has unveiled its latest creation, the T1 humanoid robot, with a starting price of just $13,000. The Chinese startup has already begun accepting orders for this model. Standing 155 cm tall and weighing 66 kg, the T1 features a wheeled base and boasts 23 degrees of freedom, excluding its end effectors. Each of its arms can lift up to 5 kg.
Flagship S1 Model and Its Specifications
The company’s flagship robot, the S1, comes with a price tag of nearly $100,000. First showcased at last year’s World Robot Conference in Beijing, the S1 stands approximately 170 cm tall and weighs around 90 kg. Like the T1, it offers 23 degrees of freedom, with each arm capable of lifting 5 kg. Its hardware suite includes RGB-D cameras, LiDAR, inertial sensors, and force and tactile sensors.
The T1 supports both robotic grippers and five-fingered manipulators, enabling it to handle a wide range of tasks, including:
- assisting with meal preparation
- performing laboratory operations
- folding laundry
- sorting automotive parts
- charging electric vehicles
The T1’s movement system relies on cable-driven actuation, while its artificial intelligence is primarily trained through human demonstration.
Founded in 2022, Astribot has raised roughly $100 million since 2024. The company positions this new humanoid as a real-world testing platform. Notably, the Astribot Suite system used in the S1 achieves task success rates of 80–100%, thanks to a combination of VR-based data collection, imitation learning algorithms, and real-time motion optimization.
The development of humanoid robots like the T1 reflects the growing interest in automation across various aspects of daily life.
By handling practical chores such as household assistance and industrial tasks, these robots have the potential to become valuable everyday helpers. The substantial investments flowing into Astribot are enabling it to refine its technology and offer fresh solutions for both consumers and businesses. This also signals intensifying competition in the robotics industry, which could accelerate the arrival of innovative products on the market.
As automation continues to evolve, the introduction of humanoid robots like the T1 is paralleled by advancements in service robotics. Recently, a new humanoid robot designed specifically for hospitality and public engagement has been unveiled in China, showcasing the diverse applications of robotic technology. For more on this innovative development, check out our article on the latest humanoid service robot.