Chinese engineers have created the smallest robot capable of learning

The Chinese brand Prime has unveiled two devices – Prime Q1 and Prime T1. These robots were developed for different purposes and are designed for various applications, meeting the diverse expectations of users.

Prime robots were not created as machines with rigidly defined functions. Their core concept is long-term personal use and coexistence with humans. The manufacturer views them as intelligent companions with whom people can interact daily, gradually developing an emotional attachment and a personalized communication style.

The key to this approach is the PrimeBot concept, based on the principle of co-evolution. The robots act as adaptive physical systems that are capable of learning, changing their behavior, and evolving through continuous interaction with their owner. Thanks to their open platform, the devices encourage community participation in refinement and development—from body design and communication style to expanded functionality. Thus, purchasing a robot is not a one-time purchase, but a long-term creative journey, where the user becomes a co-creator of the product.

The Prime Q1 is positioned as the most compact, fully functional humanoid robot with force control. It is aimed at engineers, teachers, and technology enthusiasts and serves as a platform for experimenting with embodied artificial intelligence. Despite its miniature size, the device exhibits expressive movement, emotionally rich interaction, and extensive behavioral customization options.

Thanks to its modular architecture and interchangeable 3D-printed bodies, the user has complete freedom to shape the robot’s appearance, functions, and personality. The Prime Q1 becomes a living project that evolves with its owner.

The Prime T1 is designed for everyday use. It’s being called the first consumer-grade transforming robot: it can change from a wheeled humanoid form, ideal for the home, to a bionic quadruped configuration designed for outdoor navigation and more challenging surfaces.

As a reminder, a tiny robot smaller than a grain of salt has been created.

To be continued…