Noetix Robotics, a startup based in Beijing, has revealed Bumi, a humanoid robot that costs about $1,400 (¥9,998). This is a big step forward for the robotics industry. People are calling this price point, which is similar to that of a high-end smartphone, a breakthrough that could make a technology that was once only available to well-funded research labs and businesses accessible to everyone.
Bumi is a small robot that is 3.1 feet (94 cm) tall and weighs 26.5 pounds (12 kg). It is not designed for heavy industrial work, but rather for making things easier to reach. Early tests have indicated that it can walk, balance, and dance with a lot of stability and fluidity for its size and low cost.
The table below shows the most important features of the humanoid robot Bumi:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Name | Bumi |
| Developer | Noetix Robotics |
| Price | ~$1,400 (¥9,998) |
| Height | 3.1 feet (94 cm) |
| Weight | 26.5 pounds (12 kg) |
| Key Capabilities | Walking, balancing, dancing |
| Target Market | Education, consumers, developers |
| Pre-order Date | Between Nov 11 and Dec 12 shopping festivals |
More than a Toy: Humanoid robot Bumi’s purpose and design
Noetix Robotics calls Bumi “the first consumer-grade humanoid robot in the world that costs less than ¥10,000.” The company’s goal is to turn humanoids from prototypes in a lab into things that students, teachers, and families can use every day.
Bumi uses lightweight composite materials and an in-house motion control system to get its low price. It has 21 degrees of freedom, which lets it move smoothly. The robot runs on a 48V battery, which means it can work for one to two hours on a single charge.
It supports drag-and-drop graphical programming for beginners and voice interaction, making it a STEM learning tool and a home companion.
Bumi’s first appearance is part of a bigger trend in humanoid robotics, especially in China. Bumi is more than just a robot that does certain things. It has an open programming interface, which makes it a creative platform where the next generation of engineers and AI developers can try things out and make new apps on cheap hardware.
This low price could accelerate the process of getting robots into everyday life, making them common tools for learning and helpers around the house, just like personal computers did years ago.
