- Location: Japan (Global presence)
- Website: Honda Robotics
Honda Robotics is a branch of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. dedicated to developing advanced robotic technologies to assist and enhance human capabilities. The company aims to create robots that improve daily life, leveraging decades of research and development.
Honda Robotics focuses on innovations that maximize human potential, including autonomous and semi-autonomous robots designed for household assistance and disaster response applications.
Honda Robotics Humanoid Robot
ASIMO (Retired): ASIMO (Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility) was Honda’s most renowned humanoid robot. Launched in 2000, ASIMO was designed to operate fluidly in human environments, capable of walking, running, climbing stairs, and performing complex tasks. ASIMO was retired in 2022.
ASIMO featured advanced intelligence, allowing it to recognize faces, understand spoken commands, and navigate spaces autonomously. Over the years, ASIMO underwent multiple upgrades, improving its degrees of freedom, running speed, and task-performing abilities. It serves as a foundation for Honda’s ongoing research in robotics and AI.
Honda Avatar Robot: The Honda Avatar Robot is a newer development focused on remote control and AI-assisted operations. It features a highly advanced multi-fingered hand capable of delicate and strong manipulations, such as picking up small items and opening bottles.
The Avatar Robot is designed to extend human abilities, allowing users to perform tasks remotely in hazardous or inaccessible environments. This robot is part of Honda’s vision to enhance human capabilities and provide practical solutions.