This humanoid robot does all your housework for you — and its makers say it's ready for your home
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A 176-pound robot named Panther just washed its hands in the sink after scrubbing a toilet, marking what could be a breakthrough moment for household automation. Chinese company UniX AI has begun commercial deliveries of this humanoid service robot that can make beds, cook breakfast, and clean countertops during its 12-hour battery life.
Standing just over five feet tall, Panther sidesteps the balance problems that plague walking robots by rolling around on four wheels at the speed of a brisk walk. Its bionic arms boast 34 degrees of freedom, letting intelligent grippers adapt to everything from plastic spatulas to toilet brushes.
The robot extends vertically by more than two feet to reach high shelves or ground-level messes, using binocular vision and sensors to navigate homes. Engineers at UniX AI deliberately chose stability over human-like appearance, creating a machine designed for elderly care, retail assistance, and research applications beyond housework.
While the company hasn't disclosed Panther's price, early demonstrations show it seamlessly chaining together complex tasks like making tea and operating washing machines through advanced planning software.
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