GAC Unveils GoMate: Third-Gen Humanoid Robot Set for 2026 Production
GAC Group has introduced GoMate, its third-generation humanoid robot, featuring advanced AI capabilities and a unique variable wheel-foot design. The company plans to begin small-scale production in 2026, with potential applications in various industries.
On December 26, 2024, GAC Group unveiled its latest innovation in robotics technology: GoMate, a third-generation embodied intelligent humanoid robot (GAC's Official Announcement). This advanced machine represents a significant breakthrough for GAC in the field of intelligent robotics and marks the beginning of a new era in humanoid robot development.
GoMate's Innovative Features
GoMate boasts several cutting-edge features that set it apart from its predecessors:
- Variable Wheel-Foot Design: The robot employs a unique movement structure that combines four-wheel and two-wheel modes, allowing for enhanced adaptability in various environments.
- Extended Battery Life: Equipped with GAC's all-solid-state battery, GoMate can operate for up to six hours on a single charge.
- Advanced AI Capabilities: The robot features multimodal AI perception technology, enabling autonomous movement, end-effector tracking, and voice command recognition.
- Impressive Mobility: In four-wheel mode, GoMate can navigate stairs, slopes, and obstacles with a near 100% success rate.
Applications and Future Plans
Dr. Zhang Aimin, head of GAC Group's robotics R&D team, emphasized GoMate's potential applications across various sectors, including security, healthcare, automotive aftermarket, logistics, and education (GAC's Development Timeline). The robot is designed to enhance human work efficiency and capabilities in these fields.
GAC Group has outlined a phased approach for GoMate's development and production:
- 2025: Mass production of self-developed components and demonstration applications in various industries.
- 2026: Small-scale production of complete robots, gradually expanding to large-scale mass production.
Initially, GoMate will be deployed in GAC's automotive production lines, performing tasks such as inspection and sorting.
Technical Specifications
GoMate is a full-size humanoid robot with impressive technical specifications:
- 38 degrees of freedom for enhanced mobility and dexterity
- Height ranging from 1.4 meters in quadrupedal mode to 1.75 meters in bipedal mode
- Energy efficiency improvements of over 80% compared to similar products
As GAC Group continues to push the boundaries of robotics technology, GoMate represents a significant step forward in the development of intelligent humanoid robots. With its planned production timeline and potential applications across various industries, GoMate is poised to make a substantial impact on the future of automation and human-robot interaction (Technical Details and Specifications).
