Humanoid Elf Xuan 2.0 debuts at World Robot Conference with 30+ DOF face
rohanpaul_ai · x · 2026-08-20
AheadForm showcased its humanoid robot Elf Xuan 2.0 (Garden Edition) at the World Robot Conference (WRC) 2026 in Beijing.
Technical Highlights:
- Facial Precision: Features over 30 degrees of freedom under half-mm silicone skin.
- Actuation: Powered by quiet brushless motors that maintain real-time eye contact and micro-expressions.
- Structure: Enhanced arm joints allow for gesturing, while the lower body remains fixed to a base (walking not included).
Related event: AheadForm's Elf-Xuan 2.0 Humanoid Sings Live at World Robot Conference(3 posts)→
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