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HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled
Release
Sep 18, 2025
Price
Price TBA
Connectivity
0
Status
Development
Height
220 cm (7 ft 3 in)
Weight
300 kg (661 lb)
Battery
4 hours average runtime
Speed
2 m/s (7.2 km/h)
Payload
15 kg (33 lb)
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled
Humanoid's HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is a dual-arm industrial humanoid mobile manipulator built for warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing workflows rather than home use. Official product materials present it as the company's first commercial-scale Alpha platform, combining a 29-DoF upper body, interchangeable dexterous hands or grippers, and an omnidirectional wheeled base for stable work on factory floors. Humanoid launched the robot in September 2025, then announced a live March 2026 proof of concept with SAP and Martur Fompak in which Alpha Wheeled received warehouse tasks from SAP's AI layer, autonomously navigated to pallets, picked KLT boxes, and delivered them into a production logistics flow. The company positions the robot as an early industrial deployment platform that will inform later Beta hardware, with KinetIQ orchestration designed to let fleets plug into existing enterprise systems.
Listed price
Price TBA
No public pricing; Humanoid has positioned Alpha Wheeled around enterprise pilots, early access, and RaaS-style deployment rather than retail sales
Release window
Sep 18, 2025
Current status
Development
Humanoid
Last verified
Apr 14, 2026
Technical overview
Core specifications and system stack
A fast read on the mechanical profile, sensing package, and platform integrations behind HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled.
Technical Specifications
Height
220 cm (7 ft 3 in)
Weight
300 kg (661 lb)
Battery Life
4 hours average runtime
Charging Time
Not officially disclosed
Max Speed
2 m/s (7.2 km/h)
Payload
15 kg (33 lb)
Tech Components
Operational profile
How this robot is configured
Capabilities
8
Connectivity
0
Key capabilities
Ecosystem fit
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About the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is a Commercial robot built by Humanoid. Humanoid's HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is a dual-arm industrial humanoid mobile manipulator built for warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing workflows rather than home use. Official product materials present it as the company's first commercial-scale Alpha platform, combining a 29-DoF upper body, interchangeable dexterous hands or grippers, and an omnidirectional wheeled base for stable work on factory floors. Humanoid launched the robot in September 2025, then announced a live March 2026 proof of concept with SAP and Martur Fompak in which Alpha Wheeled received warehouse tasks from SAP's AI layer, autonomously navigated to pallets, picked KLT boxes, and delivered them into a production logistics flow. The company positions the robot as an early industrial deployment platform that will inform later Beta hardware, with KinetIQ orchestration designed to let fleets plug into existing enterprise systems.
Pricing has not been publicly disclosed — typical for robots still in development. See all Humanoid robots on the Humanoid page.
Spec Breakdown
Detailed specifications for the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled
Height
220 cm (7 ft 3 in)At 220 cm (7 ft 3 in), the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is sized for its intended operating environment and use cases.
Weight
300 kg (661 lb)Weighing 300 kg (661 lb), the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled balances structural integrity with portability and maneuverability.
Battery Life
4 hours average runtimeWith a battery life of 4 hours average runtime, the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled can operate for sustained periods before requiring a recharge. Battery life is measured under typical operating conditions and may vary based on workload intensity and environmental factors.
Charging Time
Not officially disclosedA charging time of Not officially disclosed means the ratio of operation to downtime is an important consideration for applications requiring near-continuous availability. Some deployments use multiple robots in rotation to maintain uninterrupted service.
Maximum Speed
2 m/s (7.2 km/h)A top speed of 2 m/s (7.2 km/h) is calibrated for the robot's primary operating environment and safety requirements.
Payload Capacity
15 kg (33 lb)A payload capacity of 15 kg (33 lb) determines what the robot can carry or manipulate. This is a critical spec for delivery and transport tasks, defining the weight of items the robot can move.
AI Platform
Humanoid's KinetIQ four-layer AI stack with end-to-end reasoning and skills powered by NVIDIA processingThe HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled uses Humanoid's KinetIQ four-layer AI stack with end-to-end reasoning and skills powered by NVIDIA processing as its intelligence backbone. This AI platform powers the robot's decision-making, perception processing, and autonomous behavior. The sophistication of the AI stack directly impacts how well the robot handles unexpected situations and adapts to new environments.
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled Sensor Suite
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled integrates 6 sensor types, forming the perceptual foundation that enables autonomous operation.
This sensor configuration enables the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled to perceive its environment and operate autonomously in its intended use cases. Multiple sensor modalities provide redundancy and more robust perception than any single sensor type alone.
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HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled Use Cases & Applications
Commercial robots handle tasks in business environments — delivering food in restaurants, guiding visitors in hotels, transporting supplies in hospitals, and moving inventory in warehouses. Their value is measured in operational efficiency, labor cost savings, and improved service consistency.
Capabilities That Enable Real-World Use
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled offers 8 distinct capabilities, each contributing to the robot's practical utility.
These capabilities work together with the robot's 6 onboard sensor types and Humanoid's KinetIQ four-layer AI stack with end-to-end reasoning and skills powered by NVIDIA processing AI platform to deliver practical, real-world performance.
Ecosystem Integration
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled integrates with the following platforms and ecosystems, extending its utility beyond standalone operation.
This ecosystem compatibility enables the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled to work as part of a broader automation setup rather than operating in isolation.
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled Capabilities
8
Capabilities
6
Sensor Types
AI
Humanoid's KinetIQ four-laye…
Autonomous Navigation
Autonomous navigation allows the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled to move through its environment without human guidance, planning efficient paths around obstacles and adapting to changes in real time. For a commercial robot, this involves simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) to build and maintain environmental models, path planning algorithms to find efficient routes, and reactive obstacle avoidance for unexpected situations. The complexity of autonomous navigation scales dramatically with the environment — navigating a structured warehouse is substantially different from navigating a cluttered home or outdoor space. The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled's navigation system must handle the specific challenges of its intended deployment scenarios reliably and repeatedly.
Additional Capabilities
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled Technology Stack Overview
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled by Humanoid integrates 7 distinct technology components across sensing, connectivity, intelligence, and interaction layers. The physical platform features a height of 220 cm (7 ft 3 in), a weight of 300 kg (661 lb), a top speed of 2 m/s (7.2 km/h), providing the foundation on which this technology stack operates.
Perception — 6 Sensor Types
The perception layer is built on 360° RGB cameras, 2 depth sensors, Wrist RGB cameras, 6D force/torque sensors, End-effector force/torque sensors, Haptic feedback sensors. These work in concert to give the robot a detailed understanding of its operating environment. This multi-sensor approach provides redundancy and enables the robot to function reliably even when individual sensors encounter challenging conditions such as low light, reflective surfaces, or cluttered spaces.
Intelligence — Humanoid's KinetIQ four-layer AI stack with end-to-end reasoning and skills powered by NVIDIA processing
Humanoid's KinetIQ four-layer AI stack with end-to-end reasoning and skills powered by NVIDIA processing serves as the computational brain, processing sensor data, making navigation decisions, and orchestrating the robot's autonomous behaviors. The quality of this AI platform directly influences how well the robot handles novel situations, adapts to changes in its environment, and improves its performance over time through learning.
Who Should Consider the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled?
Target Audience
Commercial robots are acquired by businesses including restaurants, hotels, hospitals, retail stores, and logistics facilities. Purchasing decisions typically involve operations managers and IT departments evaluating ROI against human labor costs.
Key Considerations
Reliability and uptime, navigation in crowded dynamic environments, payload capacity, integration with business systems (POS, inventory management), ease of deployment and maintenance, and total cost of ownership (including service contracts) are the primary factors.
Pricing
Availability
DevelopmentThe HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is currently in active development. Follow Humanoid for updates on when the robot will become available for purchase or pre-order.
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled: Strengths & Trade-offs
Engineering compromises and where this commercial robot excels
What the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled does well
Extensive sensor suite
With 6 sensor types onboard, the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled has one of the more comprehensive perception systems in the commercial category. This multi-modal approach enables robust environmental awareness, redundant obstacle detection, and reliable autonomous operation even in challenging conditions. More sensor diversity generally translates to better real-world adaptability.
Broad capability set
With 8 distinct capabilities, the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is designed as a versatile platform rather than a single-task device. This breadth means the robot can handle varied scenarios and workflows, reducing the need for multiple specialized robots and increasing its utility across different situations.
Extended battery life
A battery life of 4 hours average runtime provides substantial operational runway. For commercial applications, this means longer work sessions between charges, fewer interruptions, and the ability to complete larger tasks or cover more area in a single charge cycle.
Strong mobility performance
A top speed of 2 m/s (7.2 km/h) provides the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled with the agility to cover ground efficiently. This is particularly valuable for applications that require rapid response, large-area coverage, or keeping pace with human movement in shared environments.
Substantial payload capacity
With a payload capacity of 15 kg (33 lb), the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled can handle meaningful physical tasks. This capacity enables practical applications like carrying tools, transporting materials, or supporting equipment mounts that lighter robots simply cannot accommodate.
What to consider carefully
Significant weight
At 300 kg (661 lb), the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is a substantial piece of equipment. This weight contributes to stability and robustness but also means the robot requires careful consideration of floor load limits, transportation logistics, and the potential impact force in the event of unexpected contact with people or objects.
Undisclosed pricing
Humanoid has not published a public price for the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled. While common for enterprise-class robotics, the absence of transparent pricing can complicate budgeting and comparison shopping. Prospective buyers will need to engage directly with the manufacturer for quotes, which may vary by configuration and volume.
Currently in development
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled is not yet available as a finished, shipping product. Specifications may change before commercial release, and timelines for availability are subject to revision. Early adopters should account for this uncertainty in their planning.
Note: This strengths and trade-offs assessment is based on the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled's documented specifications as tracked in the ui44 database. Real-world performance depends on deployment conditions, firmware maturity, and environmental factors. For the most current information, check the Humanoid manufacturer page or visit the official product page. Use the comparison tool to evaluate these trade-offs against competing robots in the same category.
How Commercial Robot Technology Works
Understanding the engineering behind this category
Commercial robots operate in the demanding intersection of technology and business operations. From restaurant servers to warehouse movers, these robots must perform reliably in dynamic, crowded environments while delivering measurable return on investment. The technology behind commercial robots emphasizes reliability, integration with business systems, and graceful handling of the unpredictable situations that characterize human-occupied commercial spaces.
Navigation & Mobility
Commercial robots navigate environments that are significantly more challenging than typical homes — crowded restaurant floors, busy hotel lobbies, and dense warehouse aisles all present unique navigation challenges. These robots typically use LiDAR combined with depth cameras for robust obstacle detection, with special attention to detecting low-height obstacles (children, pets, dropped items) and moving obstacles (people walking unpredictably). Commercial-grade navigation includes fleet coordination — multiple robots sharing maps and position data to avoid congestion and optimize collective efficiency. Elevator integration allows robots to serve multiple floors autonomously.
The Role of AI
AI in commercial robots focuses on operational efficiency and customer interaction. Route optimization minimizes delivery times in restaurants. Task prioritization ensures urgent orders are handled first. Customer-facing AI must handle natural language interaction in noisy environments, provide useful information, and maintain a professional and brand-appropriate demeanor. Back-end AI integrates with business systems — restaurant POS (Point of Sale), hotel PMS (Property Management System), warehouse WMS (Warehouse Management System) — to receive tasks and report completions automatically. Predictive AI anticipates demand patterns, pre-positioning robots where they will be needed based on historical data.
Sensor Fusion & Perception
Commercial robots combine navigation sensors (LiDAR, cameras, ultrasonic) with application-specific sensors. Restaurant delivery robots use weight sensors to confirm payload presence and tilt sensors to maintain tray stability. Warehouse robots use barcode or RFID readers for inventory tracking. Hotel robots may include temperature sensors for room-service food. All commercial robots share the need for robust human detection — they must navigate safely around unpredictable human movement while maintaining efficient operation. Edge-case handling is critical: a restaurant robot must correctly respond to a child running into its path, a guest stepping backward without looking, or a server carrying a full tray through a narrow aisle.
Power & Battery Management
Commercial operations demand high uptime, making power management a business-critical concern. Robots serving during peak hours cannot afford lengthy charging breaks. Solutions include fast-charging docks positioned at strategic locations, hot-swappable battery packs for zero-downtime operation, and intelligent charging schedules that top up during naturally low-demand periods. Fleet management systems monitor battery levels across all robots and redistribute tasks to ensure no single robot runs critically low during service. Power consumption monitoring also feeds into TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) calculations that businesses use to evaluate robot deployment ROI.
Safety by Design
Commercial robots operate in regulated business environments with specific safety requirements. Food-handling robots must meet hygiene standards. Robots in public spaces must comply with accessibility requirements, avoiding blocking wheelchair paths or emergency exits. Speed limits are typically set below walking pace in pedestrian areas. Visual and audio signals indicate the robot's presence and intent — lights, gentle sounds, or voice announcements warn nearby people. Payload security ensures items being transported cannot fall. In warehouse environments, safety zones around humans trigger automatic speed reduction or stopping. Integration with building fire alarm and evacuation systems ensures robots do not obstruct emergency procedures.
What's Next for Commercial Robots
Commercial robotics is moving toward greater specialization and deeper business system integration. Rather than general-purpose commercial platforms, expect more robots designed specifically for restaurant table service, hotel room delivery, warehouse aisle picking, or retail shelf scanning. Fleet orchestration — coordinating dozens of robots across a large facility — will become more sophisticated. The business model is also evolving, with Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) subscriptions replacing upfront purchases, lowering the barrier to adoption for small and medium businesses.
The HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled by Humanoid incorporates many of these technology pillars. For a detailed look at the specific sensors and components used in the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled, see the sensor analysis and connectivity sections above, or browse the complete components glossary for explanations of every technology used across the robotics industry.
HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled in the Commercial Market
How this robot compares in the commercial landscape
Humanoid has not publicly disclosed pricing for the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled, which is typical for enterprise-focused robotics platforms that offer customized solutions and direct-sales relationships.
With 6 sensor types, the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled has an extensive sensor suite. This comprehensive sensing capability places it among the more perception-capable robots in the commercial category, enabling more robust autonomous operation in varied conditions.
As a robot still in development, the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled represents Humanoid's vision for where commercial robotics is heading. Specifications may evolve before commercial release, and early performance demonstrations should be evaluated with this context in mind.
Head-to-Head Comparisons
Side-by-side specs, capability overlap analysis, and key differentiators.
For the full picture of Humanoid's portfolio and market strategy, visit the Humanoid manufacturer page.
Owning the HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled: Setup, Maintenance & Tips
Practical guide from day one through years of ownership
Initial Setup
Commercial robot deployment is a project, not just a setup. Begin with a site assessment covering floor plans, traffic patterns, integration requirements, and staff training needs. Map the operating environment with the robot, marking restricted areas, service points, and charging stations. Integrate with business systems — POS for restaurants, PMS for hotels, WMS for warehouses. Train staff on robot interaction, troubleshooting, and emergency procedures. Run a supervised pilot period before transitioning to full autonomous operation. Gather and address staff and customer feedback during the pilot to optimize the deployment before scaling.
Ongoing Maintenance
Commercial robots earn their keep through consistent operation, making maintenance an operational priority rather than an afterthought. Establish daily visual inspection routines for operations staff. Schedule weekly maintenance windows for thorough cleaning, sensor calibration, and software updates. Track key performance indicators — delivery times, task completion rates, customer feedback — to detect performance degradation before it becomes noticeable. For food-handling robots, follow strict hygiene protocols including regular sanitization of tray surfaces and contact points. Multi-robot deployments benefit from staggered maintenance schedules to maintain coverage.
Software Updates & Long-Term Support
Commercial robot updates can add new capabilities, improve navigation in your specific environment, and fix operational edge cases. The manufacturer may release updates based on fleet-wide learning — improvements discovered at one deployment benefiting all customers. Test significant updates during low-traffic periods before deploying to your full fleet. Keep communication channels open with your robot vendor's support team to provide feedback that can drive improvement in future updates.
Maximizing Longevity
Commercial robots in daily operation can last three to five years or more with proper care. The primary wear items are wheels, motors, and batteries. Maintain a spare parts inventory for consumables to minimize downtime. Track operating hours and correlate with maintenance needs to develop predictive maintenance schedules specific to your deployment conditions. Consider the total cost of ownership over the deployment lifetime when evaluating robot vendors — the cheapest robot up front may cost more over five years if parts are expensive or support is limited.
For Humanoid-specific support resources and documentation, visit the Humanoid page on ui44 or check the manufacturer's official website at Humanoid's product page.
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