PrimeBOT / 上纬启元
About
About PrimeBOT / 上纬启元
Prime Q1 is a backpack-sized, force-controlled humanoid platform intended for education, research and embodied-AI experimentation. Its reduced scale lowers the forces and space involved in training locomotion and whole-body behaviours, while an open and modular architecture lets developers change software, exterior components and application functions without designing a complete humanoid from scratch.
Prime T1 addresses consumer mobility through a transformable body. It changes between a wheeled humanoid configuration for efficient movement on level indoor surfaces and a quadruped configuration for steps and uneven outdoor terrain. Cameras and motion control support mobile filming and companion behaviours. Both products were introduced in 2026 as early personal-robot platforms, with household adoption still limited.
Products
Operations
Output & shipments
- Shipments
2026-10-01 - PrimeBOT began Q1 and T1 customer handovers in three cities; units ship in order sequence and cannot yet be taken home immediately. - Q1 and T1 across Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hangzhou
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Operating milestones
- Operating milestone
2026-09-20 - PrimeBOT reported that its production line was operating at a 2.5-minute takt time; this is recorded as a company-reported production-rate capability, not shipment volume. - PrimeBOT production line
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Supply
Supply chain relationships
- NVIDIA
Inbound - Compute & Control - NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano provides onboard compute in the PrimeBOT T1 Pro robot
Source - Lens Technology
Inbound - Manufacturing Services - Lens Technology’s robotics subsidiary is the named manufacturing partner for an initial 10,000-unit-scale Q1/T1 production line
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Timeline
Events
- 2026-10-01 - Production Milestone - PrimeBOT begins Q1 and T1 customer handovers
The Shanghai handover took place on Huaihai Middle Road, with Peng Zhihui presenting certificates to customers. The two base models were priced at RMB 19,999; Explorer editions and T1 Pro were offered at higher prices.
Source - 2026-09-20 - Product Launch - PrimeBOT launches Q1 and T1 for sale
Q1 and T1 start at RMB 19,999; Explorer editions cost RMB 26,999 and T1 Pro costs RMB 29,999. Initial deliveries were scheduled to begin on October 1, with computing and software features varying by edition.
Source - 2026-08-23 - Product Launch - Swancor opens public pre-orders for Qiyuan Q1 and T1 robots
Orders opened through the official mini-program and stores on Tmall, Douyin and Bilibili, alongside offline activities. Q1 is marketed as a humanoid robot, while T1 is a transformable personal-robot platform. The public sales step follows Swancor’s earlier production arrangements for the Qiyuan robot line; the September delivery date remains a target.
Source - 2026-07-18 - Partnership - PrimeBOT and Lens Technology agree initial 10,000-unit robot production line
The collaboration covers precision-parts processing, joint-module production and final robot assembly. The initial line is planned for 10,000 robots and explicitly covers PrimeBOT Q1 and T1. Lens brings precision-manufacturing and factory capacity across Hunan, Jiangsu, Guangdong and Southeast Asia to the partnership.
Source - 2026-07-17 - Award - PrimeBOT Q1 and T1 receive A’ Design Awards
Q1 uses a customizable 3D-printed outer shell and human-friendly geometry to support personal expression. T1’s transformable design supports dual forms, with the award recognizing its design language and adaptability.
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Relations
Relationships
- Lens Technology
Robot Manufacturing Partner - PrimeBOT and Lens Technology are collaborating on a planned 10,000-unit-scale line for Q1 and T1 precision parts, joint modules and final assembly.
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Context tags
- Consumer humanoid robot builder - Peer Group - PrimeBOT launched Q1 and T1 as personal robot products for homes and daily life.
- Embodied AI - Capability - PrimeBOT describes its work around embodied intelligence.
- Education humanoid robot builder - Peer Group - PrimeBOT Q1 is described for developers and educators.
- Consumer humanoid markets - Customer Environment - PrimeBOT targets individual ownership and home use.