Kawasaki · Humanoid · 2025
The 9th generation of Kawasaki's RHP (Robust Humanoid Platform) Kaleido, unveiled at iREX 2025 in Tokyo. Building on a program running since 2015, Kaleido 9 emphasises robustness and real-world utility over acrobatics: reinforced waist and leg joints improve balance under load, and payload rose ~35% to 18 kg. A new sensor suite (LiDAR plus enhanced stereo cameras) builds 3D maps for autonomous walking over stairs and uneven ground, while a modular end-effector system swaps grippers and tools for industrial jobs. It can run autonomously or be teleoperated via VR headset, and demos have shown yard sweeping, trash handling and simulated firefighting. A wheeled 'Kaleido Station' for faster transit and auto-recharge is in development.
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View full interactive profile, comparisons & videos →| Category | Humanoid |
| Sub-type | Robust Bipedal Humanoid (RHP) |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2025 |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 99 kg |
| Frame | Magnesium alloy + 3D-printed resin panels |
| Degrees of freedom | 32 |
| Payload | 18 kg |
| Max speed | 1.1 m/s |
| Camera | Enhanced stereo cameras |
| Actuator type | Direct-acting motors; reinforced waist/leg joints |
| Navigation | LiDAR + stereo 3D mapping (autonomous) |
| Use cases | Disaster response / rescue, Construction high-place work, Logistics and material handling, Elder care |
| Made in | Japan |
