Beijing's humanoid robot innovation center unveils new lightweight humanoid robot

On August 20, during the 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC 2026), the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center officially launched the lightweight humanoid robot Tian Gong Omni. The robot integrates hardware and edge intelligence, marking the first globally available Humanoid Native open platform that combines perception, mobility, and full-body control. The Tian Gong Omni stands at 1.35 meters tall and weighs 39 kilograms, with the capability to handle moderate loads. It is designed for use in narrow spaces, emergency rescue, and home services. The platform also opens its secondary development system, allowing developers to access joints, sensors, systems, and control APIs, thereby reducing development costs and accelerating innovation. CEO Xiong Youjun of the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center stated that the development of embodied intelligence is still in its early stages, and entering the market is not too late. He emphasized that Tian Gong Omni is primarily targeted at industrial applications and will not directly compete with companies such as Songyan Dynamics and Jiasu Jihua. Instead, the focus is on providing a standard platform for industry-wide secondary development, promoting common and core technologies. Xiong also highlighted the importance of creating a cost-effective, scalable platform for mass production. He mentioned that future efforts will focus on the 'big brain' and 'small brain' platform, aiming to offer a flat ecosystem for the industry. Regarding the return on investment (ROI) for humanoid robots in factory settings, Xiong acknowledged that the current ROI is lower than that of industrial robots or human workers, but the gap is rapidly narrowing.