CES 2026 Preview: China's Robot Legion Unleashes Its Power

The annual "barometer" of the global technology industry, CES 2026, will be held in Las Vegas from January 6 to 9, 2026.

At this exhibition, Chinese robotics companies will participate on an unprecedented scale. According to Gaishi Automotive's analysis, more than 30 domestic companies in the robotics industry chain have announced or been reported to exhibit, covering key sensors, dexterous hands, computing platforms, and the robots themselves, thereby sketching out a clear and complete map of the domestic robotics industry.

Core Component Layer: The Dexterous Hand and "Smart Eye" Make Their Collective Debut.

In the field of dexterous hands, this year's CES.Zhaowei ElectromechanicalThe exhibition will showcase several products, including the B20 dexterous hand with 20 degrees of freedom, the A17 with 17 active degrees of freedom, and the A06 with 6 degrees of freedom. There will also be live demonstrations of robot interaction, gesture dancing, rock-paper-scissors feedback, tactile capture, visual recognition, and VR remote sensing applications.

As a leading enterprise in the domestic micro transmission field, Zhaowei Electromechanical has leveraged its deep expertise in micro transmission and drive systems. In recent years, it has also proactively increased its investment in the robotics sector, accelerating its transition towards high-end intelligent manufacturing. This has resulted in the formation of three platform-based proprietary product lines: high-performance servo motors, roller motors, and dexterous hands.

In the field of dexterous hands, Zhaowei Electromechanical has previously launched two bionic dexterous hands, DM17 and LM06, which have 17 and 6 degrees of freedom, respectively, and is currently actively expanding its customer base.

InksIt will also showcase its advanced dexterous hand products, according to the company's forecast information, which will be a dexterous hand with 20 degrees of freedom.

Inks was established in 2022, focusing on providing high-quality joint module solutions for a new generation of humanoid and embodied intelligent robots. The core team of the company comes from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. With years of deep cultivation in the field of robotic joint modules, Inks has built a diverse product matrix that includes integrated joints, dexterous hands, communication modules, battery systems, and more, offering comprehensive support from components to system-level hardware for downstream equipment manufacturers.

In the field of dexterous hands, Inkes released its first dexterous hand product, the EC-DexHand-5F, in April this year. This product features 20 active degrees of freedom, a size equivalent to an adult human hand, and weighs only 0.85 kg. Subsequently, it adopted Inkes' unique independent ultra-small joint module solution, where each finger joint is an independent joint integrated with a motor, reducer, driver, dual encoder, and sensor. Each finger movement can independently control force and reverse drive. It is currently unclear whether the product displayed by Inkes is this particular model.

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As a leading player in the field of automotive LiDAR.Suteng JuchuangIt is also expected to showcase its dexterous hand product at this year's CES. According to GAI Automotive, at this CES, RoboSense will demonstrate its "hand-eye coordination" solution driven by VLA. This solution is based on RoboSense's self-developed robotic eye, the Active Camera, and dexterous hand. It has previously collaborated with relevant enterprises to conduct scenario verification, supporting robots in completing complex tasks such as retrieving items from parcel lockers, unpacking food deliveries, folding and recycling packaging, and building delivery.

In addition to the hand-eye coordination solution, Suten Juchuang will also jointly showcase the first new robotic lawn mower developed in collaboration with the smart lawn mower brand Navimow. Navimow is a brand of intelligent robotic lawn mowers under Ninebot (Segway), and in 2024, its sales reached 150,000 units, making it a leading brand in the global boundary-less robotic lawn mower sector.

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Hesai TechnologyThe 3D LiDAR JT series will be showcased, with over 200,000 units delivered as of the end of November. This series is widely used in various fields such as lawn-mowing robots, handling robots, delivery robots, and cleaning robots. Major clients include MOVA, Weitah Power, and Ruishi.

OrbbecSeveral new 3D camera products will be launched, focusing on typical application scenarios such as humanoid robots and outdoor autonomous mobile robots (AMR). The new products will revolve around fine operation perception, complex environment adaptation, and system collaboration, aiming to provide more stable and practical visual solutions for embodied intelligence.

Meanwhile, Orbbec will also showcase its latest adaptation with the NVIDIA Jetson Thor platform, facilitating more efficient system integration in perception and inference pathways for robotics manufacturers through the deep collaboration of high-quality 3D vision data with the next-generation edge computing platform, accelerating the transition of products from research and development to large-scale deployment.

In addition, the company will also focus on showcasing the real-time data stream output of several 3D cameras, including the Gemini435Le, covering scenarios such as close-range operations and complex environmental applications for robots, and will release its latest "robot system manufacturing capability layout."

Calculating and System Layer: The Base Support of "Embodied Intelligence Platform" and "Data Acquisition System"

For intelligent robots, excellent scene adaptability relies on a powerful computing platform and a data feedback loop.

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In terms of intelligent computing, this year's CES...Black Sesame IntelligenceThe focus will be on showcasing the SesameX™ multidimensional embodied intelligent computing platform. This platform was officially released on November 20 and is fully self-developed by Black Sesame Intelligence, covering hardware, software, toolchains, and model ecosystems. It achieves a deep integration of perception, cognition, decision-making, control, and safety closed loops, and natively supports continuous iteration. Among them, the underlying computing platform of SesameX™ can support various computing modules such as Kalos, Aura, and Liora, based on different application scenarios.

Daimeng RobotDaimon Robotics, incubated by a research team at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, will showcase its innovative force/tactile feedback teleoperation data acquisition system. The company primarily focuses on the development of high-resolution multi-modal tactile sensing, tactile dexterous hand hardware and software products, and human-centered wearable teleoperation data acquisition systems.

Currently, Daimeng Robotics' main products include the multi-dimensional high-frequency high-resolution tactile sensor DM-Tac W, the multi-dimensional tactile perception five-finger dexterous hand DM-Hand1, and the remote operation data acquisition device DM-EXton, which have achieved a complete link of "perception-operation-learning" in robotics.

Whole machine and application layer: From "humanoid pioneer" to "scene expert" in diverse emergence.

In the field of complete machines, Chinese robot companies are making breakthroughs through multiple routes, transitioning from general-purpose to specialized, and from biomimetic to wheeled designs.

In the cutting-edge field of humanoid robots, this year's CES will showcase the Xingdong L7 and Xingdong Q5 humanoid robots, demonstrating advancements in bipedal walking and full-body coordination control.

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Starry EraFounded in August 2023, Xingdong Jiyuan is dedicated to creating a general brain and general robots through self-research in both software and hardware integration of "embodied intelligence" and "humanoid embodiment." To achieve this, Xingdong Jiyuan has constructed a positive feedback loop of "model-ontology-scenario data" for AI in the physical world.

In terms of hardware, Stardynamic Era has achieved a self-research ratio of over 95% from components and parts to complete machines, including full-stack self-developed joint modules, dexterous hands, motors, reducers, controllers, and more. In terms of software, its embodied brain ERA-42 has achieved precise control of high-degree-of-freedom full-size bipedal humanoid robots and five-finger dexterous hands.

Based on the accumulation of full-stack technology, Xingdong Era has successively launched the "e-sports hand" Xingdong XHAND 1, the "elf hand" Xingdong XHAND 1 Lite, the wheeled service robot Xingdong Q5 for the service industry, the full-size bipedal humanoid robot Xingdong L7 and its half-body module Xingdong M7 for the industrial field, and has been applied in industries such as logistics and commercial services.

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Fourier The new generation full-size humanoid robot GR-3 "Cattou" will be showcased. As Fourier's third-generation humanoid robot, GR-3 focuses on interactive companionship, standing 165cm tall and equipped with up to 55 degrees of freedom throughout the body. It features Fourier's self-developed full-sense interactive system, integrating auditory, visual, and tactile perception modules, along with a human-like motion control system and the RDK S600 from the sweet potato robot, combining functionality with emotional connection.

Yun Shen Chu TechnologyThe Lynx M20 Pro wheeled-leg robot will be showcased. The Lynx M20 was officially launched in April 2025. This product is designed and developed for complex terrains and hazardous environments, combining the speed of wheeled robots with the flexibility of legged robots. It weighs 33kg and has an IP66 protection rating, supporting autonomous perception, autonomous navigation, and omnidirectional obstacle avoidance. It is suitable for extreme work environments such as rugged mountain roads, muddy wetlands, and debris obstacles.

Mirror Intelligence TechnologyThe dual-mode robot BAOBAO and the quadruped robot Black were introduced, showcasing technology for morphable design and stable gait. The dual-mode robot BAOBAO breaks the traditional limitations of robot forms, achieving seamless and free switching between humanoid robots and quadruped robotic dogs. It can adapt to diverse family scenarios such as home companionship, gesture following, and children's tutoring. This product made its offline debut at the 2025 World Robot Conference.

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Vital PowerIt will also showcase its four-legged intelligent companion robot - the BoBo smart robotic dog. This product was officially launched and available for pre-sale on December 23, priced at 12,988 yuan, with a founding member price of 9,988 yuan, and a deposit of 298 yuan. The first batch of products is expected to be delivered in March 2026 in order of receipt.

Unlike the mainstream quadruped robot dogs on the market, the biggest highlight of Big Head BoBo is that it achieves autonomous movement and intelligent interaction through intrinsic intelligence, spatial intelligence, and agent intelligence, without the need for remote control operation.

To achieve reliable and stable operation across all terrains, Big Head BoBo is equipped with a 360° LiDAR, 360° UWB ultra-wideband positioning, a spatial four-microphone array, and binocular depth perception cameras on its head. It also supports two degrees of freedom movement in the head, horizontally and vertically, further expanding its sensing range. Complementing its excellent sensing capabilities is the S100P of the Sweet Potato Robot, which enables Big Head BoBo to understand and perceive the environment in real-time without relying on the network.

In the field of service robots, where commercialization is most advanced,Keenon RoboticsThe exhibition lineup is strong, featuring high-end delivery robot T10, as well as cleaning robots C40 and C55, among other products, which will comprehensively showcase its capabilities in providing large-scale solutions for commercial scenarios such as unmanned delivery and automated cleaning.

Additionally, there isZhiyuan Robot, Songyan Power, Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center, Unitree, Galaxy General, Zongqing, Magic Atom, Zhujidongli, Lens TechnologyIt is reported that they will all participate in this year's CES to showcase their core products, with many companies making their debut on the CES stage.

A complete industrial chain creates new competitive advantages globally.

From dexterous hands, sensors to computing platforms, data acquisition systems, and various types of robot bodies, this exhibition "legion," covering the entire value chain of robotics, is systematically demonstrating to the world that China's robotics industry has developed comprehensive self-research capabilities from the foundational level to top-end applications, as well as a vibrant ecosystem characterized by close internal collaboration and rapid evolution.

The deep autonomy of this core link brings dual strategic advantages. Firstly, it strengthens the security and resilience of the supply chain, enabling whole machine enterprises to achieve more agile customized responses and collaborative support. Just as the highly integrated and dexterous hands designed for humanoid robots rely on deep joint debugging and iteration with the original equipment manufacturer from the very beginning of the design process, the local supply chain can provide irreplaceable collaborative efficiency in this regard.

Secondly, the complete domestic robot component system allows innovation to start from fundamental needs and conduct thorough system-level optimization. This is not just about chasing parameters; it is about defining a product paradigm that is more competitive in overall performance, cost, and reliability, thereby fundamentally raising the value ceiling of Chinese robot products.

From this perspective, the stage of CES 2026 is not just a showcase for new products from Chinese robotics industry chain enterprises, but also a key window for observing the formation of new quality productivity in China's robotics sector.

The core narrative of this expedition has evolved from the "technological breakthrough" of a single product to the "system output" of the entire industrial chain. It clearly reveals that the competitiveness of China's robotics industry lies not only in the ability to create star products but also in the construction of a broad and deep industry "moat."

The essence of this "moat" lies in the comprehensive advantages forged by a complete industrial chain—characterized by rapid collaborative engineering capabilities, innovative wisdom derived from complex scenarios, and a forward-looking layout focused on underlying technologies and data ecosystems. This is the foundation that enables China's robotics sector to sustain its momentum and continually expand its influence in global competition.