China unveils six-armed humanoid robot that promises 30% more output

Chinese appliance giant Midea Group has unveiled MIRO U, a six-armed humanoid robot designed to significantly enhance industrial automation by outperforming human workers on factory lines. Unlike traditional two-armed humanoid robots, MIRO U features six fully actuated bionic limbs that enable it to perform three tasks simultaneously, combining heavy lifting with fine assembly work. The robot’s wheeled chassis, 360-degree in-place rotation, and rapid tool-swapping capabilities allow it to efficiently transition between workstations, potentially replacing multiple human workers or machines. Midea expects MIRO U to boost production line changeover efficiency by approximately 30% when fully integrated at its Wuxi High-end Washing Machine Factory in Jiangsu province. MIRO U represents a strategic shift in Midea’s robotics development, focusing on operational efficiency rather than mere human form imitation. The company has divided its humanoid robotics efforts into two lines: the industrial-focused MIRO series and the lighter-duty Meila series, which is planned for