Custom Robot Development
Robots built for your application,
from design to production.
From hardware to control, AI models and data collection. Fast, cost-efficient and built to spec. We work alongside you in Japanese from concept to a single prototype, production and after-sales support.
Our Strengths
Fast, cost-efficient, precise. And with you after delivery.
Four reasons companies choose HumansX for custom development.
SPEED
Fast
We build on platforms proven in real machines, cutting development time significantly compared with starting from scratch. Our fastest project was completed in 2.5 months.
As fast as 2.5 monthsCOST
Cost-efficient
Our supply chain across Japan, China and Taiwan optimizes parts sourcing and manufacturing. With single-prototype orders and phase-by-phase quotes, you invest only in what you need.
From a single prototypePRECISION
Precise
We start design only after agreeing on requirements and specifications. Through evaluation and refinement in your actual environment, we deliver to the specs you need.
Agreed in a spec documentSUPPORT
After-sales service
After delivery, a Japanese-speaking contact continues to support you, from repairs and part replacement to software updates, including coordination with overseas sites.
Ongoing support in JapaneseTrack Record
Supporting humanoid development in Japan, hands-on.
We have supported robot development for leading humanoid companies and for companies newly entering the embodied AI field. We engage at every stage of a project, from concept through prototyping to mass production.
Hardware
Hardware development
From modifying part of a machine to designing an entire robot from scratch.
Exterior & enclosure design
Exterior, color and enclosure structure designed to match your brand.
Mobile base
Wheeled and AMR mobile bases, including customization based on UX052.
Bipedal & full body
Bipedal humanoids and full-body robots, including body ODM based on BXI Elf3.
Hands & grippers
Robotic hands, grippers and end effectors for your application.
Sensors & compute
Selection and integration of cameras, LiDAR, tactile sensors and compute units.
Software & AI development
Control, cerebellum models, Sim2Real and data collection. See below ↓
Software & AI
Software & AI development
Beyond hardware, we develop the control software and AI models that move robots, and collect the data to train them.
Control
Control development
From motor and joint control to whole-body motion control, we develop the software that makes robots move the way you need. ROS 2 integration and teleoperation systems are also supported.
- Joint & motor control
- Whole-body motion control
- ROS 2
- Teleoperation
Cerebellum Model
Cerebellum model
We develop motion-control models that act as the robot's cerebellum, covering walking, balance and whole-body movement, using reinforcement learning and imitation learning.
- Reinforcement learning
- Imitation learning
- Walking & balance
- Whole-body motion
Sim2Real
Sim2Real
We transfer and tune control policies trained in simulators such as Isaac Sim and MuJoCo so they work on real robots, reducing development time and the cost of physical testing.
- Isaac Sim
- MuJoCo
- Policy transfer
- Real-robot tuning
Data Collection
Data collection
Using data gloves and teleoperation, we build environments to collect human motion data for imitation learning and VLA models. We also support data collection that reconstructs hand motion in 3D from first-person (egocentric) video, as well as tactile data collection with Wuji Glove.
- data glove
- Teleoperation
- Imitation learning data
- Tactile data
- Egocentric video
Engagement
How to work with us
Choose the approach that fits the scale and style of your project.
From a single prototype
Build and validate one unit first, then decide on production based on the results.
Single quote
If your specifications are fixed, we quote the whole project from design to delivery.
Phase-by-phase quotes
If you want to refine specifications as you go, we quote each phase, such as design, prototyping and production.
Process
Development process
Seven steps, from first consultation to post-delivery support. Durations are typical estimates.
Hearing & NDA
1–2 weeksWe learn about your application, environment, budget and schedule. If you wish, we sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before the first meeting.
Requirements & concept design
2–4 weeksWe define the required functions and specifications and prepare a configuration plan and concept drawings. The base platform is also selected at this stage.
Contract
Choose between a single quote for the whole project or quotes for each phase, whichever fits your project.
Design & Prototyping
2–4 monthsWe carry out detailed mechanical, electrical and control software design and build the prototype. Orders for a single prototype are welcome.
Evaluation & improvement
1–2 monthsWe test in your actual operating environment and refine the design based on the results.
Production & delivery
Depends on quantityWe build the required number of units, deliver them and provide operator training.
Maintenance & support
OngoingOngoing support in Japanese, from repairs and part replacement to software updates.
FAQ
FAQ
Can I order just one prototype?
Yes. You can build one prototype first and move on to production after evaluating the results.
How is the cost determined?
It depends on specifications and quantity. You can choose a single quote for the whole project or quotes for each phase, such as design, prototyping and production.
How long does development take?
It depends on specifications. Building on an existing platform shortens the schedule significantly; our fastest project was completed in 2.5 months.
Can you customize an existing product?
Yes. We also develop by changing the exterior, sensors, compute units and software of platforms such as the UX052 mobile base and the BXI Elf3 humanoid.
Can we sign an NDA?
Yes. If you wish, we sign one before our first meeting.
Start the conversation at the concept stage.
Your specifications don't need to be fixed yet. Tell us your application and ideas, and we'll work out how to make them real together.