Fourier Unveils GR-3 “Care-bot”: A Friendly Humanoid with Heart
Chinese robotics pioneer Fourier Intelligence has officially introduced its newest humanoid robot, the GR-3 “Care-bot”, designed not just to work but to connect with people emotionally.
What Makes GR-3 Special?
Emotional Interaction at Its Core: GR-3 uses a smart system called the Full-Perception Multimodal Interaction System that combines sight, hearing, and touch.
It can locate voices, recognize faces, and respond when touched—with blinking eyes and gentle gestures—creating a realistic, empathetic interaction.
Lifelike Look and Motion: Standing about 165 cm tall (roughly 5’5″) and weighing around 71 kg (~157 lbs), GR-3 moves fluidly with 55 degrees of freedom.
It has a soft outer shell, warm neutral colors, and a friendly, approachable face.
Practical Features: GR-3 adopts soft-touch exterior surfaces, warm neutral tones, and a friendly, animal-inspired head design intended to feel approachable and comforting.
Versatile movement styles include walking, bending, squatting, and even expressive modes like “bouncy walk” or “fatigue mode” depending on the environment.
Smart Thinking—Fast and Slow: The robot processes information in two ways:
Fast thinking for reflexive, rule-based responses.
Slow thinking using a large language model for deeper, context-aware conversations.
Real-World Use
GR-3 is crafted for emotionally supportive roles companion, health monitoring, and even rehabilitation targeting eldercare, homes, hospitals, and public spaces.
It is built for all-day operation with a hot-swappable battery system and smart power management.
The robot also supports modular design and developer-friendly APIs, positioning it as a versatile platform for customization in research and service sectors.
Availability & Pricing
GR-3 is currently being offered to businesses like healthcare institutions, community facilities, and research centers—not yet available for home use.
How Much Does It Cost?
The robot has a starting price of just over 200,000 yuan—approximately $27,500 USD.
News Gist:
Fourier Intelligence unveils GR-3 “Care-bot,” a humanoid robot with lifelike movement, emotional awareness, and dual-mode intelligence.
Priced from $27,500, it targets hospitals, eldercare, and research, aiming to blend empathy with robotics for real-world caregiving roles.
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