The BINA48 is a Humanoid robot developed by Hanson Robotics (Hong Kong), launched 2010, listed at $100,000 USD (unverified). Key specifications: form factor anthropomorphic torso, height 165 cm, weight 75 kg, mobility static.
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Overview
BINA48 represents a breakthrough in intelligent neural architecture implementation, serving as a platform for mind uploading research and conversational AI development. This custom character robot features sophisticated facial expressions and knowledge-based interaction systems, pioneering new frontiers in artificial consciousness research.
Flagship features
- Created as part of the LifeNaut project to explore mind uploading
- Features advanced conversational abilities and motion tracking
- Has been showcased in major media outlets including the New York Times, GQ, and NPR since 2010
- Developed by Hanson Robotics with inputs from various individuals
- Exhibits numerous social robot traits such as facial expressions and internet connectivity
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Kickstarter campaign launches
Price
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Availability
Specifications
Category: Humanoid- Form factor
- anthropomorphic torso
- Height
- 165 cm
- Weight
- 75 kg
- Mobility
- static
- Walking speed
- 1.2 m/s
- Total DOF
- 34
- DOF / arm
- 7
- DOF / hand
- 4
- Payload
- 20 kg
- Lifting capacity
- 15 kg
- Battery
- 8 h
- Charge time
- 2.5 h
- Hot-swap battery
- No
- Onboard compute
- NVIDIA Xavier AGX
- Sensors
- facial recognition, voice recognition, motion tracking
- LiDAR
- No
- F/T sensors
- No
- VLM on-board
- No
- Imitation learning
- No
- Bimanual
- No
- Stair climbing
- No
- Programming
- proprietary app
- ROS 1
- Yes
- ROS 2
- No
- API / SDK
- Yes
- Maturity
- prototype
- Environments
- indoor
- Industries
- education, space_exploration
- Price tier
- 80-150K
- Pricing model
- purchase
- Warranty
- 2 yr
Company profile
- Founded
- 2007
Detailed specifications
What it is built for4
- Applications
- warehouse transport,assembly
- Sub Category
- anthropomorphic torso
- Target Industries
- research academic
- Primary Applications
- research development
Size & capacity1
- Height Mm
- 1600
Movement & precision2
- Grip Force N
- 80
- Navigation Type
- lidar slam,vision
Controls & integration1
- Processing Tops
- 30
Safety & certification2
- Operating Temp
- 0°C to 40°C
- Safety Certification
- CE,ISO 10218
Buying & support5
- Model Variants
- Digit LE,Digit
- Deployment Count
- 50
- Country Of Origin
- USA
- Is Research Grade
- true
- Availability Status
- available
Other details1
- Running Speed Ms
- 2.5
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Company milestones
- Jan 2017LaunchKickstarter campaign launches
- Jan 2017LaunchProfessor Einstein debuts at CES
- Feb 2016LaunchSophia activated
- 2019LaunchLittle Sophia announced as a STEM companion robot
- 2019DeploymentAdelaide Robotics Academy expected delivery
- 2019MilestoneKickstarter crowdfunding campaign exceeded goal
- 2016DeploymentFirst public appearance at SXSW
- 2012LaunchZeno enters production
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the BINA48?
- The BINA48 is developed by Hanson Robotics, based in Hong Kong.
- What type of robot is the BINA48?
- The BINA48 is a Humanoid robot made by Hanson Robotics.
- How much does the BINA48 cost?
- The BINA48 is listed at $100,000 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Hanson Robotics — contact them for a quote.
- When was the BINA48 launched?
- The BINA48 was launched in 2010.
- What are the key specifications of the BINA48?
- Key specifications of the BINA48: form factor anthropomorphic torso, height 165 cm, weight 75 kg, mobility static, walking speed 1.2 m/s.
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