Unitree G1 Edu Standard (G1EDU-U1) – The Perfect Entry into Robotics Education and AI Development
The Unitree G1 Edu Standard (G1EDU-U1) offers a powerful, flexible robotics platform for those looking to explore the fascinating world of robotics, AI, and engineering. Combining a well-rounded design with cutting-edge features, this humanoid robot is ideal for educational institutions, researchers, and hobbyists. Whether you’re teaching robotics, prototyping AI solutions, or experimenting with complex control algorithms, the G1EDU-U1 delivers a solid foundation for all your robotics needs.
Key Features:
1. Versatile Mobility with 23 Degrees of Freedom
The G1EDU-U1 is engineered for mobility and dexterity, with a total of 23 Degrees of Freedom (DOF) across its limbs. These degrees of freedom allow for a wide range of actions, including walking, balancing, and performing basic object manipulations. Ideal for both learning and practical applications, the robot offers dynamic movement and flexibility.
- Legs: The robot’s 6 Degrees of Freedom per leg enable smooth, fluid walking and balancing motions. This allows for realistic movement, whether it’s walking in a straight line or navigating around obstacles.
- Arms: Each arm has 5 Degrees of Freedom, providing ample flexibility for performing tasks such as object handling, basic gestures, or interacting with the environment.
- Waist: The 1 Degree of Freedom in the waist allows for simple rotations, enabling the robot to pivot and adjust its posture for various tasks.
- Optional Dexterous Hands: The optional dexterous hands are equipped with a double-degree-of-freedom wrist, adding an extra layer of capability for precision tasks like grasping and manipulation. Ideal for research, education, and development.
2. Enhanced Strength and Stability
The G1EDU-U1 is designed to deliver reliable performance for both academic and practical tasks, thanks to its upgraded power and load handling capabilities.
- Knee Joint Torque: The robot now features a maximum knee joint torque of 120 N·m (upgraded from 90 N·m), allowing for more powerful movements, such as lifting and dynamic actions, without compromising balance or stability.
- Maximum Arm Load: The arm load capacity has been increased to 3 kg (upgraded from 2 kg), making the robot capable of carrying heavier objects or tools, essential for more demanding tasks like assembly or prototyping.
- Movement Range:
- Waist Z-axis Rotation: ±155° for fluid upper body adjustments.
- Knee Joint Movement: 0° to 165° for a wide range of motion and flexibility.
- Hip Joint Range:
- Pitch (P): ±154°
- Roll (R): -30° to +170°
- Yaw (Y): ±158°
These ranges allow the robot to perform various dynamic movements with high stability.
3. Advanced AI and Sensor Integration
With 100 TOPS of AI computing power and the ability to handle complex algorithms, the G1EDU-U1 is ideal for high-performance AI tasks, whether it’s learning complex movements or building intelligent systems.
- AI Computing Power: Equipped with an 8-core high-performance processor and 100Tops of AI computing power, the G1EDU-U1 handles everything from real-time environment sensing to complex decision-making and autonomous task execution.
- Perception Sensors: The robot comes with depth camera and 3D LiDAR sensors, enabling it to perceive its environment in 3D. This helps with navigation, obstacle avoidance, and performing actions based on real-time spatial awareness.
- Wireless Communication: With Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, the robot ensures fast and reliable communication for both remote control and data exchange, ideal for wireless operation and integration into a larger network of devices.
4. User-Friendly Design and Robust Development Support
The G1EDU-U1 is designed to be user-friendly while offering a comprehensive development ecosystem for both beginners and advanced users.
- Secondary Development Support: The robot supports both high-level and low-level programming, allowing for a wide range of projects from educational learning to advanced robotics research. Whether you’re learning the basics or delving into complex robotics, this robot is adaptable to your needs.
- OTA Upgrades: The G1EDU-U1 supports Over-the-Air (OTA) upgrades, ensuring the robot always has the latest software updates and features to keep it competitive and functional.
- Complete Development Support: The robot comes with complete development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support, enabling you to maximize the use of the platform and facilitate both learning and innovation.
- Warranty: With a 1-year full-machine warranty (upgraded from 8 months), you can have peace of mind knowing that your robot is covered for a year, ensuring any technical issues are addressed quickly and effectively.
Specifications:
- Dimensions:
- Standing: 1270 × 450 × 200 mm
- Folded: 690 × 450 × 300 mm
- Weight: ~35 kg (with battery)
- Degrees of Freedom (DOF):
- Legs: 6 DOF per leg
- Arms: 5 DOF per arm
- Waist: 1 DOF
- Hands: Optional dexterous hands with double-degree-of-freedom wrist
- Maximum Knee Joint Torque: 120 N·m
- Maximum Arm Load: 3 kg
- Battery Life: ~2 hours
- Cooling System: Local air cooling
- Power Supply: 13-string battery system
- CPU: 8-core high-performance processor
- AI Computing Power: 100 TOPS
- Sensors: Depth camera, 3D LiDAR
- Wireless Communication: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
- Audio System: Standard stereo speakers & microphone array
- Remote Control: Handheld remote
- OTA Upgrades: Supported
- Warranty: 1-year full-machine warranty
- Technical Support: Complete development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support
Conclusion
The Unitree G1 Edu Standard (G1EDU-U1) is the ideal robot for those looking to get started with robotics, AI, and engineering. With its upgraded features, powerful AI capabilities, and flexible development options, the G1EDU-U1 serves as a solid foundation for students, educators, and developers alike. Whether you’re teaching the fundamentals of robotics or working on advanced research, this robot is built to meet your needs with precision, reliability, and innovation.
Unlock your potential in robotics with the Unitree G1 Edu Standard—the perfect educational and developmental platform.
| Feature | G1 Edu Standard (G1EDU-U1) | G1 Edu Advanced (G1EDU-U2) | G1 Edu Flagship Edition A (G1EDU-U3) | G1 Edu Flagship Edition B (G1EDU-U4) | G1 Edu Flagship Edition C (G1EDU-U5) | G1 Edu Flagship Edition D (G1EDU-U6) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standing Dimensions (H × W × T) | 1270 × 450 × 200mm | 1270 × 450 × 200mm | 1270 × 450 × 200mm | 1270 × 450 × 200mm | 1270 × 450 × 200mm | 1270 × 450 × 200mm |
| Folded Dimensions (H × W × T) | 690 × 450 × 300mm | 690 × 450 × 300mm | 690 × 450 × 300mm | 690 × 450 × 300mm | 690 × 450 × 300mm | 690 × 450 × 300mm |
| Weight (with battery) | ~35kg | 35kg | 35kg | 35kg | 35kg | 35kg |
| Total Degrees of Freedom (DOF) | 23 | 29 | 43 | 43 | 41 | 41 |
| Degrees of Freedom per Leg | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Degrees of Freedom of Waist | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Degrees of Freedom per Arm | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Degrees of Freedom per Hand | Optional dexterous hand (double-degree-of-freedom wrist) | Optional dexterous hand (double-degree-of-freedom wrist) | 2 Dex3-1 three-finger hands (no tactile) | 2 Dex3-1 three-finger hands (with tactile) | 2 five-finger hands (RH56DFQ-2R, RH56DFQ-2L) | 2 five-finger hands (RH56DFTP-2R, RH56DFTP-2L) |
| Maximum Knee Joint Torque | 90N.m (Upgraded to 120N.m) | 120N.m | 120N.m | 120N.m | 120N.m | 120N.m |
| Maximum Arm Load | 2kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg | 3kg |
| Waist Z-axis Joint Movement | ±155° | ±155° | ±155° | ±155° | ±155° | ±155° |
| Knee Joint Movement Range | 0~165° | 0~165° | 0~165° | 0~165° | 0~165° | 0~165° |
| Hip Joint Movement Range | P±154°, R-30~+170°, Y±158° | P±154°, R-30~+170°, Y±158° | P±154°, R-30~+170°, Y±158° | P±154°, R-30~+170°, Y±158° | P±154°, R-30~+170°, Y±158° | P±154°, R-30~+170°, Y±158° |
| Internal Wiring | Hollow internal wiring | Hollow internal wiring | Hollow internal wiring | Hollow internal wiring | Hollow internal wiring | Hollow internal wiring |
| Joint Encoder | Dual encoder | Dual encoder | Dual encoder | Dual encoder | Dual encoder | Dual encoder |
| Cooling System | Local air cooling | Local air cooling | Local air cooling | Local air cooling | Local air cooling | Local air cooling |
| Power Supply | 13 battery strings | 13 battery strings | 13 battery strings | 13 battery strings | 13 battery strings | 13 battery strings |
| Battery Life | ~2 hours | ~2 hours | ~2 hours | ~2 hours | ~2 hours | ~2 hours |
| Included Accessories | 1 charger, 1 smart battery (quick release) | 1 charger, 1 smart battery (quick release) | 1 charger, 1 smart battery (quick release) | 1 charger, 1 smart battery (quick release) | 1 charger, 1 smart battery (quick release) | 1 charger, 1 smart battery (quick release) |
| CPU | 8-core high-performance processor | 8-core high-performance processor | 8-core high-performance processor | 8-core high-performance processor | 8-core high-performance processor | 8-core high-performance processor |
| Expansion Dock Computing Power | 100Tops AI computing power | 100Tops AI computing power | 100Tops AI computing power | 100Tops AI computing power | 100Tops AI computing power | 100Tops AI computing power |
| Secondary Development Support | Yes (High-level & Low-level) | Yes (High-level & Low-level) | Yes (High-level & Low-level) | Yes (High-level & Low-level) | Yes (High-level & Low-level) | Yes (High-level & Low-level) |
| Perception Sensors | Depth camera + 3D LiDAR | Depth camera + 3D LiDAR | Depth camera + 3D LiDAR | Depth camera + 3D LiDAR | Depth camera + 3D LiDAR | Depth camera + 3D LiDAR |
| Wireless Communication | WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 | WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 | WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 | WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 | WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 | WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Audio System | Standard stereo speakers & microphone array | Standard stereo speakers & microphone array | Standard stereo speakers & microphone array | Standard stereo speakers & microphone array | Standard stereo speakers & microphone array | Standard stereo speakers & microphone array |
| Remote Control | Included (handheld) | Included (handheld) | Included (handheld) | Included (handheld) | Included (handheld) | Included (handheld) |
| OTA Upgrades | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Technical Support | Development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support | Development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support | Development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support | Development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support | Development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support | Development manuals, AI algorithms, and ecosystem support |
| Full-Machine Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year |
| Technical Support Coverage | AI development and robotics support | AI development and robotics support | AI development and robotics support | AI development and robotics support | AI development and robotics support | AI development and robotics support |
This table provides a detailed comparison between the different models of the G1 Edu series, highlighting upgrades in degrees of freedom, hand dexterity, and sensory features.
