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A Robot That Looks and Feels Real

Forget the typical cold, metallic robots you might be used to; Xpeng’s latest creation, the “Iron Humanoid,” is something entirely different. Here’s what makes it stand out:

- It’s got a flexible synthetic skin that feels warm to the touch, making it more lifelike.
- You can choose from various body types—tall, athletic, or even a bit chubby.
- There are options for hairstyles and outfits, so you can really make your robot feel like your own.

According to the company, this design aims to create a more “intimate and natural” interaction between humans and robots, moving away from the usual mechanical vibe.

Built Like a Human—From the Inside Out

Beneath its skin, the Iron Humanoid features a biomimetic spine and muscle system, allowing it to bend and twist just like a real person. Each hand boasts 22 degrees of freedom, enabling it to perform delicate tasks—like picking up small objects or gesturing in a natural way. Plus, its head has a 3D curved display that lets the robot show emotions or share information interactively.

Powered by Xpeng’s Own AI Stack

This humanoid is equipped with three Turing AI chips, providing a whopping 2,250 TOPS of computing power—comparable to what you’d find in an autonomous car. It runs on Xpeng’s proprietary AI architecture, which includes:

- VLT—Vision Language Transformer
- VLA—Vision Language Action
- VLM—Vision Language Model

These systems work together to help the robot see, understand, and respond to its environment, interpreting the world visually and linguistically in real time.

Designed for People, Not Factories

Unlike many robotics companies that focus on industrial applications, Xpeng is aiming for social settings. The robot is set to take on roles like receptionist, tour guide, or shopping assistant. It’s already been tested at Xpeng headquarters, where it fluently guided visitors in English.

Looking ahead, there are plans to deploy these robots in museums, showrooms, and malls, along with pilot tests with Bea Steel, one of China’s largest steel producers.

Solid-State Battery & Full In-House Development

The Iron Humanoid is powered by a solid-state battery, which gives it a lighter frame and a longer lifespan compared to traditional lithium batteries. CEO He Xiaopeng mentioned that the company follows a “fusion” approach