A Chinese startup has launched a new humanoid robot that can perform combat moves.
The T800 humanoid robot is developed by the robotics startup EngineAI.
Standing about 1.73 meters tall and weighing roughly 75 kilograms, it is built for practical operation rather than demonstration alone.
The robot incorporates a high-torque actuation system capable of delivering up to 450 N·m at key joints, along with 29 degrees of freedom in the body and highly dexterous hands.
A solid-state battery allows the T800 to operate continuously for four to five hours, which is a notable improvement compared with earlier humanoids.
Its multi-sensor fusion system—combining LIDAR, cameras, and real-time perception—enables adaptive navigation and decision-making in dynamic environments.
Public demonstrations have highlighted its strength and mobility through activities such as spinning kicks, coordinated combat-style movements, and heavy-duty actions like hammering.
The company envisions applications ranging from industrial and logistics support to service roles and human-robot interaction.
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Despite the impressive hardware, questions remain about the maturity of its software, reliability, and practical deployment in complex real-world settings. Some demonstrations appear designed for spectacle, raising the possibility of marketing hype outpacing functional capability.
Nonetheless, the T800 exemplifies a broader shift in the robotics industry: humanoid robots are moving from research prototypes toward machines that may soon take on useful, repeatable tasks in factories, warehouses, and service environments.
