EngineAI PM01 – The Most Agile Embodied Intelligent Humanoid for Research & Commercial Deployment

Unveiled on December 24, 2024, the EngineAI PM01 is a compact, lightweight, and high‑dynamic general-purpose humanoid robot that redefines accessibility in bipedal robotics. Designed as a more affordable and agile counterpart to EngineAI‘s flagship SE01, the PM01 balances performance, openness, and durability, making it ideal for R&D institutions, robotics labs, commercial operators, and educational programs. Its viral demonstrations, including the world’s first front flip by a humanoid robot (February 2025), outdoor running in Shenzhen Talent Park, and deployment alongside police officers for routine patrols, have established the PM01 as one of the most capable and attention‑grabbing humanoid platforms in its class.

Lightweight, Agile, and Dynamic

The PM01 stands 1.38 meters (4 ft 6 in) tall, with a width of 490 mm and depth of 220 mm, and weighs approximately 40 kg (88 lb) with battery. Its compact form factor offers a natural advantage in dynamic maneuvers: a lower center of mass reduces tipping risk and requires less rotational torque, enabling the PM01 to perform controlled front flips, rapid recovery from external disturbances, and smooth outdoor running. Constructed with a durable aluminum alloy exoskeleton and featuring a highly interactive core screen (Touch Display on chest, Education version only), the robot combines strength with lightweight agility.

High-Performance Actuation and Motion Capabilities

Powered by a full‑stack proprietary joint actuator system, the PM01 delivers impressive motion dynamics:

• Single arm DOF: 5 | Single leg DOF: 6 | Arm span: 1.44 m

• Leg length (thigh + calf): 686.5 mm | Knee joint range: -30° ~ +137°

• Hollow internal wiring for lightweight, durable construction

The robot supports both mechanical gait and natural humanoid gait walking modes, powered by end‑to‑end neural network solutions.

All-Around Environmental Perception

The PM01 is equipped with a multi‑modal perception suite featuring an Intel RealSense depth camera for advanced visual perception and environmental understanding. Additional sensors include dual depth cameras (head and waist) in the Education version, multi‑array microphone system, and omnidirectional stereo speakers. The system supports modular expansions including LiDAR, ultrasonic radar, force sensors, vision modules, and dexterous hands, enabling tailored configurations for specific research or operational needs.

Dual-Chip AI Computing Architecture

Processing is handled by a powerful dual‑chip architecture that combines an Intel N97 CPU with an NVIDIA Jetson Orin high‑computing module. This enables high‑performance computing for complex AI workloads, real‑time motion control, and sensor data fusion. The robot runs on an open‑source ROS 2‑compatible software backbone supplemented by EngineAI‘s flexible SDK and API support, providing full access for developers to build custom perception, navigation, and autonomy features.

Two Versions for Different Needs

EngineAI offers the PM01 in two distinct configurations:

The Commercial version is a ready‑to‑deploy platform for operation and demonstrations, while the Education version unlocks full development capabilities, ideal for robotics research institutions and university labs.

Open-Source Ecosystem for Unlimited Development

The PM01‘s software backbone runs on ROS 2 within a Linux environment, supplemented by a flexible SDK and API support, offering motion control training codes and X86 & Orin deployment codes. EngineAI has also released EngineAI RL Workspace, a modular reinforcement learning platform built specifically for legged robotics, enabling developers to train and deploy custom locomotion policies. The robot‘s end‑to‑end open‑source ecosystem allows teams to build new autonomy or perception features from a solid foundation.

Global Recognition and Validation

• First humanoid robot ever selected for space tourism (2028 mission with Beijing Interstellar)

• World’s first front flip by a humanoid robot (February 2025)

• Participated in the first Humanoid Robot Half Marathon (April 2025)

• Deployed alongside Shenzhen police for routine public patrols

• Served as a retail crew member in Shenzhen cyberpunk‑themed flagship store

• Demonstrated outdoor running in Shenzhen Talent Park

• Featured at CES 2025, showcasing agile motion and interactive capabilities

Applications Across Industries

• Research & Development – Embodied AI, reinforcement learning, locomotion algorithms, multi‑modal perception

• Commercial Services – Store retail crew, customer interaction, guided tours

• Public Safety & Security – Patrol and inspection in public spaces

• Education – University robotics labs, open‑source platform for teaching humanoid control and perception

Why Choose the EngineAI PM01?

• World‑first capabilities – Only humanoid robot to have achieved front flip, outdoor running, and space tourism selection

• Open‑source ecosystem – Full ROS 2, SDK, RL Workspace, and deployment code access

• Compact and agile – Lower center of mass for superior dynamic stability and maneuverability

• Dual‑chip AI computing – Intel N97 + NVIDIA Jetson Orin for real‑time AI workloads

• Proven real‑world validation – Deployed in law enforcement, retail, research, and public spaces