Kepler Forerunner K2
Kepler RoboticsFifth-generation commercial humanoid with 52 DoF and 8-hour runtime
About Kepler Forerunner K2
Forerunner K2 represents Kepler's fifth generation despite sequential naming. Standing 178 cm tall, weighing 85 kg, the robot features 52 degrees of freedom including rotating/tilting head module. The rope-driven five-digit hands each support 11 DoF (active and passive) with 96-contact-point tactile sensors and 15 kg per-hand payload. Star-shaped wiring layout simplifies maintenance and upgrades. The 2.33 kWh battery enables 8-hour operation with support for automated charging. Enhanced vision and navigation software provide real-time location awareness and rapid response to environmental changes. Embodied intelligence software integrates imitation learning, reinforcement learning, and cloud-based cognition. K2 pilots in manufacturing, logistics, inspection, and quality control.
PROS
- + 52 Degrees of Freedom (DoF) for high dexterity
- + 8-hour shift-long battery runtime
- + 15 kg per-hand payload capacity
- + Advanced 96-point fingertip tactile sensors
- + Embodied intelligence with autonomous learning
CONS
- - Limited commercial availability (currently in customer trials)
- - Complexity of 52 DoF system may lead to higher upkeep cost
- - Pricing and total cost of ownership is currently unknown
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Quick Specs
- Type
- Humanoid
- Market
- Industrial
- Availability
- In Development