NIX
$ 12 000
The robot NIX by Lumos Robotics is a compact, child-sized humanoid built for entertainment, home support, and light-duty service tasks. It combines bi-pedal mobility with a friendly appearance and aims for high stability and ease of use.
Humanoid.Guide skill score: 4/10 This score is calculated as the combined total of Navigation and Manipulation performance.
Specifications and details:
| Availability | Prototype |
|---|---|
| Nationality | China |
| Website | https://lumosbot.tech |
| Degrees of freedom, overall | N/A |
| Degrees of freedom, hands | N/A |
| Height [cm] | 80 |
| Manipulation performance | 2 |
| Navigation performance | 2 |
| Max speed (km/h) | 3 |
| Strength [kg] | minimal load |
| Weight [kg] | 20 |
| Runtime pr charge (hours) | 1.5 |
| Safe with humans | Yes |
| CPU/GPU | N/A |
| Ingress protection | N/A |
| Camera resolution | N/A |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi |
| Operating system | Linux-based ROS environment |
| LLM integration | Not specified |
| Latency glass to action | N/A |
| Motor tech | Presumably uses Lumos’ in-house compact joint modules (brushless motors + planetary reducers), as described for their robot joint line. |
| Gear tech | Planetary-reducer based gear modules for compactness and torque |
| Main structural material | lightweight metals/plastics + joint modules |
| Number of fingers | N/A |
| Main market | Entertainment, Home service, Workplace assistance, light logistics, education |
| H.G skill score | N/A |
| Verified | Not verified |
| Walking Speed [km/h] | 2 |
| Shipping Size | N/A |
| Color | Black |
| Manufacturer | Lumos Robotics |
Description
NIX brings a friendly, compact form to the world of humanoid robots. Instead of focusing on industrial strength, it aims to fit naturally into public spaces, homes, and learning environments. Its child-sized frame helps people feel comfortable around it, which matters a lot during close interaction. As a result, NIX often attracts attention from both children and adults during demos.
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Although NIX looks small, it still moves with surprising confidence. The robot walks steadily on two legs and maintains its balance even in crowded areas. Because of its lightweight design, it navigates tight indoor spaces more easily than larger robots. This makes NIX suitable for simple assistance roles, live demonstrations, and interactive displays.
Lumos Robotics designed NIX to act more like a service companion than a factory worker. It focuses on approachability, predictable motion, and safe interaction. Therefore, instructors, presenters, and event organizers can use NIX as a hands-on teaching or engagement tool. The robot’s expressive movements and approachable proportions help maintain a positive atmosphere in any environment.
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As development continues, NIX may eventually support more advanced behaviors. However, its current purpose centers on reliability, friendliness, and smooth human-robot interaction. Because of this balanced approach, NIX serves as a useful introduction to humanoid robotics for many audiences. It also provides a clear example of how small humanoids can fit into everyday life without overwhelming people.
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Website: https://www.lumosbot.tech/
