ROKAE Robotics (HKEX: 3752) has achieved a significant milestone in the commercial deployment of robotic hardware for embodied AI, delivering its 10,000th humanoid force-controlled arm. The milestone unit rolled off the production line at the company's manufacturing base in Shandong Province in September. This achievement highlights the accelerating industrial adoption of advanced robotic systems, separating ROKAE's specialized humanoid force-controlled arm product line from its broader portfolio of industrial and collaborative robots that are already deployed across more than 40 countries and regions.

The delivery of 10,000 units represents a critical transition point for the robotics industry, moving from experimental prototypes to scaled, real-world applications. As embodied AI systems require highly responsive physical hardware to interact with unpredictable environments, force-controlled arms have emerged as a foundational technology.

Industrial Deployment at Schaeffler's Lighthouse Factory

A primary example of this technology in active production is found at Schaeffler's Lighthouse Factory in Taicang, China. At this facility, five ROKAE Helios wheeled humanoid robots have been deployed directly onto an assembly line dedicated to manufacturing humanoid robot components.

These Helios robots are equipped with AR Series humanoid force-controlled arms and perform several critical tasks:

  • Parts handling
  • Assembly operations
  • Quality inspection

This deployment demonstrates the practical application of force-controlled robotic systems within highly demanding production environments. By utilizing wheeled humanoid robots for the assembly of humanoid robot components, the facility showcases a self-referential manufacturing loop where advanced robots assist in building the next generation of robotic hardware.

Technical Specifications of the AR Series and MAC Controller

ROKAE's AR Series humanoid arms are built on more than a decade of experience in force-control technology. Unlike traditional robotic arms that rely solely on position control, the AR Series provides force control at every joint. This capability enables precise, responsive interaction with objects and their surroundings, which is essential for delicate assembly and handling tasks.

The control architecture is powered by the compact MAC controller. Key technical details of this controller include:

  • Physical dimensions measuring 213 x 145.5 x 45 mm
  • Capability to control all seven joints of a single arm
  • Capability to control all 14 joints across a pair of arms
  • Capability to control more than 20 joints across a humanoid robot, depending on the specific configuration

This high power density and compact form factor allow developers to integrate complex multi-joint control systems into tight spaces, facilitating the design of highly agile humanoid platforms.

The Broader Partner Ecosystem and Market Impact

According to company figures, more than 80 industrial partners have integrated ROKAE's humanoid force-controlled arms into their production applications. This widespread integration across diverse sectors underscores the growing demand for flexible, sensitive robotic manipulation.

Reflecting on the milestone, Tuo Hua, Founder and CEO of ROKAE Robotics, emphasized the engineering rigor required to scale such technology:

"The number itself matters less to us than the trust behind it. There are no shortcuts in force control. Reaching 10,000 units means delivering consistent performance across hardware, control algorithms and manufacturing processes at scale."

ROKAE's broader portfolio supports this ecosystem through several integrated offerings:

  • HSA Series integrated force-controlled joints
  • The iNex embodied AI control system
  • Helios wheeled humanoid robots

Founded in 2014, ROKAE Robotics has expanded its reach to serve more than 1,000 enterprise customers across over 40 countries and regions. By providing both robotic hardware and control solutions, the company continues to position itself as a key supplier for industrial automation and embodied AI applications worldwide.