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China Unveils a Humanoid Service Robot Built for Hospitality and Public Interaction

Китай представив розумного робота для обслуговування в сфері гостинності та суспільного спілкування. Photo: НВ — Техно

Introducing the XMAN-L1 Humanoid Robot

Chinese company KEENON Robotics has unveiled its latest humanoid robot, the XMAN-L1, specifically designed for the service industry. Standing 136 centimeters tall, the robot features 42 biomimetic degrees of freedom. Each leg delivers over 2,000 watts of power, and the knee joint can generate a peak torque of 132 newton-meters. The XMAN-L1 is also equipped with an edge computing system capable of processing up to 100 tera-operations per second. It supports voice models from Doubao and Tencent, enabling effective interaction with guests.

Where the XMAN-L1 Will Be Used

The XMAN-L1 is intended for:

  • greeting visitors;
  • providing information services;
  • participating in public events;
  • entertainment applications.

It is ready for commercial deployment and available for immediate use, highlighting its potential across multiple sectors. KEENON Robotics also offers delivery robots from the DINERBOT and BUTLERBOT series, while the T-series models serve industrial logistics needs.

According to information released on May 28, 2026, KEENON Robotics emphasizes the broad applicability of its robots in healthcare, retail, and industry. This new humanoid marks a significant step forward in service technology, with clear implications for the future of the industry.

The advancement of humanoid robotics—exemplified by the XMAN-L1—reflects a growing global push toward automation across hospitality, commerce, and medicine. As such solutions become more widespread, society will need to adapt to both the challenges and opportunities that robotic technologies bring.

As the capabilities of humanoid robots expand, the introduction of household robots like the SeeLight S1 by GigaAI showcases an increasing trend in personal robotics. This development not only complements the applications of the XMAN-L1 in public service but also highlights the growing integration of robotics into everyday life, promising to reshape how we interact with technology at home and in commercial spaces.