Shenzhen Zhongqing Robot Technology Co., Ltd. (Zhongqing Robotics) recently confirmed the completion of a new funding round worth hundreds of millions of RMB, primarily from Middle Eastern investors. Established in October 2023, the company specializes in general-purpose intelligent robots and industry-specific solutions, with products including humanoid robots.
Prior to this, Zhongqing Robotics raised approximately 100 million RMB in an angel+ round led by Honghui Capital, Xunshang Venture Capital, and Hefei Baohe Venture Capital. The latest investment accelerates its global expansion, with Middle Eastern capital expected to open doors to international markets.
Breakthrough Innovations
Zhongqing Robotics recently demonstrated its technical prowess by achieving the world’s first front-flip stunt with a humanoid robot, highlighting advancements in dynamic control and motion planning.
Product Portfolio
– SA01 Bipedal Robot: Fully open-source, 40kg, 6 degrees of freedom per leg, max torque 160Nm (knee) and 96Nm (ankle). Capable of running and jumping. Priced from 38,500 RMB.
– S2 Service Robot: Built on the SA platform, adds upper body and arms for cultural tourism and guided tours. Customizable IP designs.
– SE01 Humanoid Robot: Flagship model (170cm, 55kg, 32 joints). Max torque 330Nm, walking speed 2m/s. Executes complex movements like squats and jumps.
– PM01 Embodied AI Agent: Compact model (1.38m, 40kg, 24 joints). Dual walking modes with human-like motion. Priced from 88,000 RMB.
The company has overcome challenges in natural gait simulation, a critical bottleneck in humanoid robotics, through proprietary motion control innovations. Zhongqing also boasts full-stack joint design capabilities, supporting planetary, harmonic, and linear actuator systems. 
Production Updates
Over 100 SA01 units have been ordered, with deliveries underway. The PM01 model is in pre-mass production and slated for shipment in Q2 2025.
