Hangzhou stole the spotlight from June 20 to 22 at the Hangzhou International Android and Robot Technology Exhibition 2025, the Chinese mainland's first professional expo dedicated to the entire industrial chain of humanoid robotics. Over 200 leading global companies—including Tesla, Alibaba Cloud, Unitree Robotics, and Wolong Electric—gathered to showcase breakthrough innovations in smart manufacturing. 🤖
The event also hosted the inaugural Hangzhou Android Industry Connection Conference, where top experts from academia and industry delved into discussions on core technology breakthroughs and the journey from lab research to industrial application. The conversations highlighted the exciting potential of robotics in transforming production and sparking creative new applications.
A key highlight was the release of the first batch of technological products and application demands for humanoid robots across regions such as Hangzhou, Ningbo, and Jiaxing. This initiative aims to build a smart bridge for collaboration, ensuring precise matchmaking across technical breakthroughs, innovative applications, and vibrant market services.
Notable voices at the expo included Zhu Shiqiang, vice chairman of the Zhejiang University Council, who reflected on the academic journey of bringing robotics from the lab to real-life industry, and Sun Lining, dean of the School of Mechanical and Electric Engineering at Soochow University, who discussed the transformative role of robotics as a driver of new quality productive forces. 🚀
With engaging product showcases, live demos, and dynamic industry forums, the expo provided a thrilling glimpse into the future—where humanoid robotics not only redefine technology but also inspire the next generation of innovators.
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