⚡ RoboParty RP1: Open-Source Humanoid Robot

Shanghai-based RoboParty has introduced the RP1 (ROBOTO 01), a full-stack open-source humanoid robot designed for robotics research and embodied AI development. The platform targets motion-control experiments and is available in two distinct hardware configurations to suit varying computational needs.

The standard RP1 model features 24 active degrees of freedom, while the RP1 Pro variant increases this count to 30 DoF. Both units stand 1.35 meters tall and rely on in-house ROMOMO joint actuators capable of delivering up to 160 N·m of peak torque. The design supports interchangeable head modules and optional dexterous hands for enhanced interaction capabilities.

Computing power is handled by a Rockchip RK3588 processor with a 6 TOPS NPU and 8GB LPDDR4x RAM in the base model. The RP1 Pro adds an Allwinner A733 processor and an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX development computing module for advanced processing tasks. A separate 480MHz MCU manages real-time motion control to ensure stability during operation.

Power management utilizes a dual-voltage battery system that supports hot-swapping without shutting down the robot. The standard 10Ah battery provides up to three hours of operation. This architecture allows for continuous testing and development cycles without significant downtime for recharging.