With the G1, a state-of-the-art humanoid robot system is moving into Aalen University of Applied Sciences, which will provide new impetus for teaching, research and communication in equal measure. The robot, developed by the Chinese manufacturer Unitree, has impressive movement capabilities and can walk, gesticulate and interact with its environment independently. It is precisely these abilities that make the G1 so valuable for not only researching the future of human-machine cooperation, but also for driving it forward.
Research, teaching and public relations
The idea of acquiring the humanoid arose in a research project of the AI Workshop for SMEs led by Prof. Dr. Sebastian Feldmann, Prof. Dr. Doris Aschenbrenner, Prof. Dr. Steffen Schwarzer and Prof. Dr. Markus Merkel. In order to offer students realistic learning environments in which they can experience and test modern robotics, AI methods and practical human-robot interaction, the engineering departments joined forces for the funding. "Only those who learn to work with the latest technologies can actively shape the working world of tomorrow," emphasizes student Denis Schreider, who was involved in the procurement and commissioning of the robot together with laboratory manager Stefan Zorniger.
Various projects and events involving the G1 are planned for 2026. In addition to user studies for research, visitors will also have the opportunity to experience a real humanoid robot in action. Aalen University of Applied Sciences is thus strengthening its position as a future-oriented educational institution that actively combines research, teaching and transfer.
