The EngineAI SA01 EDU is a Education robot developed by EngineAI Robotics (China), launched 2025, priced at $5,300–$10,000 USD.
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Overview
EngineAI SA01 EDU is an open-source, research-and-education bipedal robot platform that emphasizes legged mobility fundamentals. It features a lightweight structure, an integrated sensor suite for stability, and a modular design that allows for customization. With a focus on working with locomotion control and machine learning, it serves as an extensive base for both educational and research purposes.
Buyer decision signals
Viability
T800 rollout and manufacturing base launch
Price
purchase
Availability
Specifications
Category: Education- Payload
- 15 kg
- Speed
- 1 m/s
- Weight
- 40 kg
- Battery
- 2 h
- Launch year
- 2025
- Price
- $5,300–$10,000 USD
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $385.0M
- Founded
- 2023
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics6
- Dof
- 12
- Dof Total
- 12
- Ankle Max Torque
- 96 N·m
- Joint Peak Speed
- 28 rad/s
- Max Joint Torque
- 160 N·m
- Knee Joint Max Torque
- 160 N·m
Power & battery4
- Max Voltage
- 54.6V
- Battery Capacity
- 15Ah
- Charge Time Hours
- 2
- Energy Capacity KWh
- 0.819
Sensors1
- Sensor Suite
- imu
Compute2
- Ros Compatible
- true
- Onboard Compute
- x86-based computing suite and NVIDIA Jetson Orin
Other23
- Height Mm
- 1350
- Price Tier
- 10-20K
- Applications
- research,education
- Sub Category
- bipedal
- Api Available
- true
- Auto Charging
- true
- Datasheet Url
- Preview PDF online
- Max Speed M S
- 1
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Model Variants
- SA01
- Operating Temp
- -20°C to 55°C
- Company Country
- CN
- Deployment Notes
- Designed for universities and research labs.
- Walking Speed Ms
- 1
- Compatible Vision
- Intel RealSense D435
- Industries Served
- academia
- Training Required
- advanced_>5days
- Availability Status
- available
- Compatible Grippers
- Modular grippers (via modular attachments)
- Countries Available
- China
- Programming Interface
- code_python
- Additional Information
- Open-source biped robot platform lowers barrier for humanoid/biped development in academia.,Full open-source positioning accelerates controller instrumentation and custom payload integration.,High torque density (160 N·m max joint torque) enables dynamic gaits like running, jumping, and recovery maneuvers.,Quick-release battery design supports rapid lab resets between experiments.,Durable aluminum-alloy structure withstands repeated impacts in high-intensity experimentation.,Payload capacity of 10-15 kg allows mounting of compute units, depth cameras, and experimental frames.,Compatible with sim-to-real reinforcement learning workflows for locomotion control.,12-DoF leg architecture supports varied gait patterns, foot placement studies, and balance recovery research.,Operating temperature range -20°C to 55°C supports varied lab and field test conditions.,Competitive differentiator: relatively low price (<€9K) compared to typical biped research hardware.,Partnerships and ecosystem: sold through Robotseuropa.com as a distributor/reseller.,Known limitation: lower-body only platform, no arms or hands for manipulation tasks.,Financing: Add to Quote option available, suggesting custom pricing for bulk/institutional orders.
- Deployment Environment
- both
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Company milestones
- May 2026LaunchT800 rollout and manufacturing base launch
- May 2026MilestoneEngineAI opens Shenzhen manufacturing base
- May 2026LaunchShenzhen manufacturing base launch and first T800 rollout
- Dec 2025MilestoneEngineAI Robot Free Combat Tournament: 'Mecha King'
- Feb 2025MilestonePM01 front flip milestone
- Oct 2024LaunchSE01 introduced
- 2026MilestoneJoint-stock reform and astronaut program
- 2026MilestoneCES 2026 appearance
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the EngineAI SA01 EDU?
- The EngineAI SA01 EDU is developed by EngineAI Robotics, based in China.
- What type of robot is the EngineAI SA01 EDU?
- The EngineAI SA01 EDU is a Education robot made by EngineAI Robotics.
- How much does the EngineAI SA01 EDU cost?
- The EngineAI SA01 EDU is priced at $5,300–$10,000 USD.
- When was the EngineAI SA01 EDU launched?
- The EngineAI SA01 EDU was launched in 2025.
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