Unitree R1 Edu U3

Key Features

• Dedicated Development Platform: Unlike the standard R1, the EDU U3 is fully open for secondary development, providing access to a comprehensive SDK and ROS 2 interfaces for high- and low-level programming, enabling researchers to seamlessly transfer algorithms from simulation (like Isaac Sim) to the physical robot.
• Enhanced Dexterity and Total Degrees of Freedom (DoF): The U3 version is notably equipped for advanced manipulation tasks, as it comes standard with:
  • Two Dex3-1 Three-Finger Dexterous Hands (which may lack tactile sensing in this specific model, but offer superior grip and control).
  • This configuration increases the Total Degrees of Freedom to 40, allowing for highly complex, human-like movements and fine motor control.
• Lightweight and Agile Design: It maintains the R1’s compact, agile form factor, standing at approximately 1.21 meters (1210mm) tall and weighing around 25 kg (with battery), making it easy to maneuver and deploy in various lab or classroom settings.
• Multimodal AI and Perception: The robot features an integrated multimodal large language model (LLM) for sophisticated voice and image recognition, enabling fluid, natural human-robot interaction (HRI). Perception is supported by a Humanoid Binocular Camera and a 4-microphone array.
• Powerful Onboard Computing: It is powered by an 8-core high-performance CPU, with the EDU series often offering an optional upgrade to a high-power computing module like the NVIDIA Jetson Orin for accelerated AI computations (40-100 TOPS)

Ideal Use Cases

The Unitree R1 EDU U3 is perfectly suited for:

• Advanced Robotics Research: Experimenting with dynamic locomotion, reinforcement learning, complex manipulation, and multi-robot systems.
• Education: Teaching cutting-edge robotics, AI, and machine learning principles with a hands-on, real-world humanoid platform.
• Prototyping and Innovation: Testing new AI-driven applications and custom hardware extensions in fields like service robotics, human-robot interaction, and specialized automation.