Summary:

 

Motion 1 is the flagship humanoid robot from VinMotion, a Vietnamese robotics company linked to VinFast. Launched in June 2025, it represents Vietnam’s first serious humanoid entry, designed for industrial deployment, logistics, and customer-facing roles. Motion 1 emphasizes fluid motion, precision navigation, and dexterous manipulation, positioning Vietnam as a new “China Plus One” destination for robotics innovation.

 

Editorial:

 

Motion 1 is built for real-world utility rather than just demonstration. Its design integrates human-in-the-loop AI, allowing operators to supervise tasks while the robot learns and adapts. This ensures safe, reliable execution in factories, warehouses, and service environments.  

 

The robot’s navigation system enables obstacle avoidance, stair climbing, and recovery from falls. Its manipulation system supports fine motor tasks, from handling parcels to customer service gestures. With a sleek, human-centric design, Motion 1 balances industrial strength with public-facing appeal.  

 

Vietnam’s launch of Motion 1 signals its ambition to become a global robotics hub, competing with China, the U.S., and Europe. By combining affordability, agility, and scalability, Motion 1 is positioned as both a symbol of national innovation and a practical industrial tool.

 

Specifications:

 

| Feature | Details |

|--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|

| Manufacturer | VinMotion (Vietnam) |

| Launch Year | June 2025 |

| Height / Weight | Not publicly disclosed |

| Degrees of Freedom | ~55 |

| Navigation Features | Obstacle avoidance, stair climbing, fall recovery, 100m dash, safe jumps |

| Manipulation Features| Dexterous hands, industrial pick-and-place, customer interaction |

| AI System | Human-in-the-loop AI, semi-autonomous operation |

| Use Cases | Logistics, manufacturing, customer-facing roles, industrial workforce |

| Price Estimate | ~$79,999 USD                

 

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