Asimov 1 Context

Market context

Asimov v1 is an open-source humanoid platform for embodied-AI experimentation, mechanical design, simulation and self-sourced builds.

Target environment: Robotics labs, maker environments, education programs and embodied-AI research teams.
Workflow context: Humanoid prototyping, simulation, open hardware experimentation, robot learning and platform iteration.
Customer context: Researchers, developers, educators and builders seeking an open humanoid starting point.
Deployment model: Open-source platform model with DIY kit or self-sourced build paths.
Commercial maturity: Research and developer product surface.
Adoption constraints: Adoption depends on build skill, documentation, parts availability, community support and safety.
Market position: Open humanoid platform built around accessible mechanics, simulation and repairability.
Adjacent products: LeRobot, WhalesBot Humanoid Research Kit, Unitree G1 developer use

Leg Dof Per Leg: 6
Arm Dof Per Arm: 5
Torso Dof: 1
Neck Dof: 2
Communication: CAN: 5 buses at 1 Mbps + 1 bus at 500 kbps
Payload Per Arm: 5 kg rated / 15 kg peak per arm for bicep curl and front raise; 6 kg rated / 18 kg peak for lateral raise
Height: 120 cm
Hardware Design: CNC-machined 7075 aluminum; MJF PA12 nylon
Compute Model: Raspberry Pi 5 for media/network; Radxa CM5 for motion control
Sensors Summary: 2 MP monocular camera; stereo microphone array; 6-DoF IMU; motor joint-state feedback
Developer Support: Mechanical CAD, electrical CAD, MuJoCo simulation model, and onboard software
Weight: 35 kg
Total degrees of freedom: 25 actuated