GR-3 by Fourier: Most adorable humanoid robot yet!

Chris

Chris

RATH Rascal
Admin
This softer aesthetic is a nice change compared to the usual designs we see with humanoid robots. The eyes are a much needed touch. It’s so expressive and draws you in. Can’t wait to see what this looks like. Hopefully it is reasonably priced. Could definitely see myself owning one of these.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.

GR-3 Humanoid robot by Fourier

GR-3 Humanoid robot by Fourier

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Image: Fourier via YouTube. Screenshot by author.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.
 
I feel like I need to turn the head upside down, so the eyes are on top. At least it is different from the industrial looking bots.
 
Pono said:
I feel like I need to turn the head upside down, so the eyes are on top. At least it is different from the industrial looking bots.
Click to expand...
A lot of people mentioned that but I can’t see it. Personally it reminds me of Lovot.
It’s so much nicer than the industrial design favoured by most that seem to copy Optimus which has always reminded me of the alien from the Venom movies. If these companies want to be successful in the companion robot market this elegant and expressive design is the way to go. Can’t wait for the unveiling on August 6th.

Here is what GR-3 would look like with the head turned upside down.
To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.

Here is a little insight on Fourier, the company behind GR-3.

kr-asia.com

Fourier Intelligence’s founder breaks down what’s next for humanoid robots

Mass production of humanoid robots is closer than ever, says Gu Jie, founder and CEO of Fourier Intelligence.
kr-asia.com kr-asia.com

developer.nvidia.com

Spotlight: Fourier Trains Humanoid Robots for Real-World Roles Using NVIDIA Isaac Gym | NVIDIA Technical Blog

This post was written in partnership with the Fourier research team. Training humanoid robots to operate in fields that demand high levels of interaction and adaptability—such as scientific research…
developer.nvidia.com developer.nvidia.com
 
I like the eyes on top but if they would change the opening below the eyes, that would be better.

I agree about a softer design but lets face it, prices have to come down a lot for the average person.
 
Pono said:
I like the eyes on top but if they would change the opening below the eyes, that would be better.

I agree about a softer design but lets face it, prices have to come down a lot for the average person.
Click to expand...
True. Here’s hoping China has a humanoid price war similar to the EV price war they are currently having. I think a lot of people in the West will adopt a cheap sub 10K Chinese humanoid while robots over 10K like Optimus will remain an indulgence for the rich.
 
One of Fourier’s previous robot prototypes directing traffic in Shanghai. This could be the GR-1 or GR-2. Sorry to break it to you guys but the GR-1 retails for US$149,000.00, so looks like this is out of reach for most of us unless prices have significantly come down since the first generation.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.

Fourier’s official website: https://www.fftai.com/products-gr1
 
One of the researchers working for Fourier posted on Facebook late last year: “I will get my hands on the Fourier GR-1, the company's flagship humanoid robot, to implement a revolutionary neural network model that will teach it to perceive and interact with the environment through simple textual input.”

Fourier’s CEO Alex Gu seems very interested in the companionship aspects of humanoid robots. Fourier began as an assistive medical technology company, so have previous experience in manufacturing and working with customers who need assistive care. GR-3 will probably be able to provide care to people who can’t perform certain basic household chores and respond intelligently to verbal commands. Fourier also acquired RHK, a medical equipment leasing company, in order to make Fourier’s products more accessible to budget constrained hospitals. This suggests they are aware of the way high prices affect their customers and might implement solutions with their humanoid robots to make them more affordable for consumers.

"So in 2019, after Fourier brought its intelligent rehabilitation devices into hundreds of hospitals and medical care centres in over 10 countries and established itself in the industry, Gu decided it was time to kick off a new venture.

Many technologies used in rehabilitation robots are essentially applicable to humanoid robots," Gu said. "Humanoid robots require very good motors that are both powerful and light, and we are able to develop them ourselves."

Gu said he shared similar visions with Musk, but added that robots "can also become very good friends of humans by providing emotional value".
Click to expand...

 
Incredible images of GR-3 in Chinese publications. Looking for footage though.

GR-3 humanoid robot by Fourier

GR-3 humanoid robot by Fourier

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Screenshot by author.

Fourier GR-3 humanoid robot eye detail

Fourier GR-3 humanoid robot eye detail

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Screenshot by author.

Fourier GR-3 humanoid robot profile

Fourier GR-3 humanoid robot profile

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Screenshot by author.

Image source:

WAIC 2025 傅利叶GR-3全球首秀 “具身智能康复港”方案全新升级 - 机器人大讲堂

2025年7月26日，世界人工智能大会（WAIC 2025）在上海世博展览馆开幕。智能机器人头部企业傅利叶带来了GRx系列最新产品——交互陪伴人形机器人GR-3，此外全新升级的“具身智能康复港” 首次公开亮相。
www.leaderobot.com www.leaderobot.com

 
GR-3 humanoid robot first look at World Artificial Intelligence Conference Shanghai China 2025.

GR-3 humanoid robot first look at World Artificial Intelligence Conference Shanghai China 2025.

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Screenshot by author.

**WAIC Frontline | Fourier Unveils GR-3, Pioneering a New Concept in Embodied Intelligent Healthcare**
(Source: Technology Report)

On July 26, at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2025) in Shanghai, Fourier showcased its soon-to-be-released humanoid robot GR-3 and the upgraded “Embodied Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub.”

At this year’s WAIC, Fourier introduced the third-generation product of its GRx series, the GR-3, marking its first public appearance. As Fourier’s first Care-bot focused on interactive companionship, the GR-3 innovatively incorporates a soft skin-like material design and a full-sensory interaction system, pushing the boundaries of companionship and emotional interaction while building on functional advancements.

Breaking away from the minimalist industrial design of its predecessors, the GR-3 adopts a Morandi warm-toned color scheme, an animal-inspired head design, and soft facial curves. Through dynamic interactions and a warm tactile experience, it shatters the cold, mechanical image of robots.

Fourier firmly believes that the ultimate mission of embodied intelligence is “how to better serve humans.” The GR-3 is not only safe and controllable but also a truly “human-centric, warm” humanoid robot. It is set to be officially launched in Beijing on August 6.

In addition to the GR-3 debut, another highlight at Fourier’s booth was the upgraded “Embodied Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub,” showcasing the company’s deep advancements in rehabilitation healthcare, from digitalization and standardization to personalization and embodied intelligence.

Centered on the GRx series humanoid robots, the “Embodied Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub” integrates multimodal perception, large-scale models, and precise motion control. It addresses healthcare needs with five interactive training modules: consultation guidance, cognitive rehabilitation training, upper limb rehabilitation training, motor function reconstruction, and remote rehabilitation. This hub provides integrated services for rehabilitation training, assistive care, and emotional companionship, creating a more caring, intelligent, and humanized rehabilitation experience.

Whether it’s the Embodied Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub or the GR-3, the core of their product design revolves around “how robots can better serve humans and how humans and robots can interact seamlessly and harmoniously.” The GR-3 embodies Fourier’s corporate vision and strategic mission while setting the tone for the future iterations of the GRx series. (Cui Yuxian)

This article is from NetEase Technology Report. For more information and in-depth content, follow us.
Click to expand...
Source: https://finance.sina.cn/stock/jdts/...hp0632009.d.html?vt=4&cid=76993&node_id=76993
 

WAIC 2025 Fourier GR-3's global debut​

On July 26, 2025, the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2025) opened at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition Center. Fourier, the head enterprise of intelligent robots, brought the latest product of the GRx series - the interactive companion humanoid robot GR-3, in addition, the newly upgraded "smared intelligent rehabilitation port" made its first public appearance.

▍GR-3 made its global debut: this is a "warm" humanoid robot

At the WAIC 2025 Fourier booth, the appearance of the third-generation product GR-3 of the GRx series became the focus. As Fourier's first Care-bot focusing on interactive companion function, its product design logic is obviously different from the previously released industrial-style humanoid robot.

Unlike the metal texture shell and lines used by GR-1 and GR-2, the GR-3 hardware body adopts Morandi's warm color matching, animal head contours and soft facial curves, replacing the metal cold appearance of traditional robots, and the whole machine gives people more "temperature sense".

In terms of material, GR-3 introduces soft skin soft coating design, and cooperates with the full-sensing interaction system to achieve "de-mechanization" at the physical contact level. Fourier said that the original intention of the GR-3 was to bring the psychological distance between the user and the robot closer through the reconstruction of tactile and visual forms. In Fourier's view, the ultimate proposition of physical intelligence is "how to better serve people".

It is understood that GR-3 will be officially released in Beijing on August 6, 2025. This advance appearance at the WAIC 2025 booth is also its global debut. At present, the public information focuses on the design concept, and the specific functional parameters and application scenarios of Fourier have not been disclosed.

According to the data of the China Association for the Aging, in 2024, 29.7% of the elderly living alone in China's population aged 60 and above will reach 29.7%, of which 42.3% have emotional needs. According to the statistics of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, the shortage of professional elderly care workers has been maintained above one million levels all year round, and robot companionship has become a potential supplementary plan.

Experts from the Robot Branch of the Chinese Electronics Society pointed out that the technical threshold of interactive companion robots lies not in hardware performance, but in the humanized expression. When the robot's action and feedback deviate from human expectations, it will exacerbate the sense of alienation. The soft material and warm tone of GR-3 are the first steps to reduce the psychological threshold, but the real test lies in the accuracy of emotional identification and the degree of natural feedback of interaction with humans in actual scenes.

▍ Conclusion and the future:

The "Guiding Opinions on the Innovation and Development of Humanoid Robots" issued by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology in 2023 emphasizes the need to expand the service application of humanoid robots in medical care, housekeeping and other fields of people's livelihood, and meet the high-quality life needs of life health and companion nursing. After two years, enterprises represented by Fourier are promoting the landing process in the field of intelligent rehabilitation and medical care.

2025 is the first year of the implementation of intelligent commercialization. Industrial capital no longer focuses on the ability of "following the trend and showing off skills", but requires intelligent enterprises to realize "technology implementation" with a more pragmatic attitude, especially the market that focuses on clear scenarios. The current industrial gap in the field of intelligent rehabilitation and medical care is huge, which can cut into this There are very few enterprises that realize the large-scale scenario landing of the track, which happens to provide more opportunities for Fourier. With the appearance of the GR-3 humanoid robot and the proposal of the intelligent rehabilitation port plan, we have been able to outline the rudiment of the industry in the field of intelligent health care in the future. Fourier will also provide important commercial reference samples for the entire physical intelligent health care track.
Click to expand...
Source: https://www.leaderobot.com/news/5897
 
Footage of GR-3 in action at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference😉

WAIC｜人，你来啦！_哔哩哔哩_bilibili

从傅利叶视角看WAIC，一条视频带你云逛世界人工智能大会！, 视频播放量 9496、弹幕量 7、点赞数 174、投硬币枚数 21、收藏人数 77、转发人数 37, 视频作者 傅利叶Fourier, 作者简介 以机器人科技赋能人类生活，相关视频：傅利叶GR-3，这是你的梦中情“机”吗？，WAIC2025 矩阵超智 MATRIX-1 全球首秀，2025，傅利叶10周年啦！，世界人工智能大会2025，机器人超燃合集！，傅利叶GR-3人形机器人亮相WAIC 首个人机双向情感交互陪伴机器人，傅利叶GR-2：开启人形新征程，兔子机器人，傅利叶 GR-3 正式发布，科幻照进现实！TeleAI...
m.bilibili.com m.bilibili.com
 
Some unrelated footage of prototype testing that gives a good idea of how the GR-3 responds to touch and interacts with people. Looks like an incredible robot.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.
 
Tech enthusiasts are predicting GR-3 might be quite disruptive to the robot market in the West. If they can scale quickly and the robot can perform as promised they might rival Optimus and take a large chunk of the assistive care and elderly companionship/carer market.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.
 
GR-3 can move its head from side to side and seems to respond to having the top of its hands touched. I feel Fourier are downplaying GR-3’s capabilities due to its huge disruptive potential globally by having it sit immobile at the WAIC in this footage. The ability to make eye contact is incredible.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.

To view this content we will need your consent to set third party cookies.
For more detailed information, see our cookies page.
 
Not what I was expecting…a back handle. Probably makes practical sense if you need to pick the robot up without pulling on the appendages. Also the articles all mention GR-3 being a companion robot. This is the first humanoid robot designed specifically for companionship.

Fourier Unveils GR-3 Humanoid Robot at WAIC 2025: Opening New Possibilities for Smart Healthcare

The healthcare industry, particularly elderly care, has emerged as a rapidly growing sector. Major tech companies are eager to integrate cutting-edge technology into this field, with humanoid robots playing a key role in reducing human workload. At the Fourier booth during WAIC 2025, we witnessed the unveiling of their next-generation humanoid robot, GR-3, alongside the upgraded "Embodied Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub," which sets a new direction for smart healthcare.

Fourier showcased the third-generation GRx series product, GR-3, designed to provide companionship for users. To make this companionship feel more authentic, GR-3 features a soft skin-like material and a full-sensory interaction system, expanding the boundaries of emotional and companionship experiences.

To enhance user acceptance, Fourier moved away from the previous cyber-industrial design, opting for a warm Morandi color palette to give GR-3 a softer, less mechanical appearance. The company also emphasized that GR-3 ensures safety and controllability while delivering healthcare functions. The robot is set to be officially released on August 6.

In addition to GR-3, Fourier showcased the "Embodied Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub." Built on the GRx series humanoid robots, it integrates multimodal perception, large-scale models, and other advanced technologies. Tailored to healthcare needs, it offers five key modules, providing integrated services such as care and companionship, making healthcare more personalized and intelligent.

As the healthcare sector flourishes, using robots to handle certain caregiving tasks has become an industry consensus. Fourier, with a decade of expertise in healthcare, introduced its solutions in 2025—considered the inaugural year for commercializing embodied intelligence. This may pave the way for the industry's future development.
Click to expand...

Source: https://www.itheat.com/view/55391.html

Fourier GR-3 Care-bot back detail showing handle.

Fourier GR-3 Care-bot back detail showing handle.

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Screenshot by author.

GR-3 Care-bot alongside earlier GRx series prototype.

GR-3 Care-bot alongside earlier GRx series prototype.

  • Media owner Chris
  • Date added
Screenshot by author.
 
More articles on the GR-3. Incredibly one article mentions the GR-3 will redefine companion robots!

Clicking through to the first article will display a video of Fourier’s WAIC booth with new footage of the GR-3.

This soft and cuddly robot can even comfort people, head-pat enthusiasts: Who could resist this? | 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference
*July 28, 2025, Source: Dayoo.com*

On July 28, 2025, as tech enthusiasts flooded the exhibition halls of the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), an unconventional robot turned the scene into a "head-pat party." With a skin-like texture and an animal-like head, this robot came with a "healing buff." Netizens exclaimed, "This isn’t just a robot—it’s practically a moving warm hug!"

**A "rule-breaking" star in the robot world: Soft, cuddly, and comforting**

At WAIC’s exhibition, the debut of a "mystery guest" completely shattered stereotypes about humanoid robots. This was the GR-3, the third-generation product from Fourier’s upcoming GRx series. Reporters observed that crowds gathered around it, some snapping photos to capture this novel tech, while others curiously examined its every detail. Unlike the typical cold, metallic feel, its body was covered in a soft, skin-like material that felt as comforting as petting a cat. Its round, animal-inspired head featured large, expressive eyes, with subtle pupil movements that conveyed an attentive "I’m listening to you" vibe.

2025 is hailed as the year embodied intelligence begins commercial deployment, with the key challenge being how to apply this technology to real-world scenarios. Fourier’s robot technology originated in the field of rehabilitation and healthcare. Whether it’s their embodied intelligence rehabilitation platform or the GR-3, their product design consistently focuses on "how robots can better serve humans and how humans and robots can interact smoothly and naturally." "We believe the ultimate goal of embodied intelligence is to ‘serve people.’ The GR-3 is not just a tool but a companion that can accompany, understand, and convey emotions," said Gu Jie, founder and CEO of Fourier.

*Text and Images: Chen Qinghui, Zhou Yuwu, Guangzhou Daily New Huacheng*
*Video: Chen Qinghui, Zhou Yuwu, Guangzhou Daily New Huacheng*
*Editor: Yang Weiling, Guangzhou Daily New Huacheng*
Click to expand...
Source: https://news.dayoo.com/finance/202507/28/171077_54853896.htm

Fourier GR-3 Debuts at WAIC 2025, Redefining Companion Robots

*Source: Sutu Network, July 26, 2025, by Li Nan*

The 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) kicked off in Shanghai, spotlighting Fourier’s groundbreaking GR-3 humanoid robot and upgraded “Embodied Intelligence Rehabilitation Hub.” Fourier’s vision: empowering human life through robotics.

**GR-3 Sneak Peek: A “Warm and Loving” Companion Robot**

At WAIC 2025, Fourier unveiled the GR-3, the third-generation model in its GRx series, marking its public debut. Designed as a Care-bot for interactive companionship, GR-3 introduces a soft-skin material and full-sensory interaction system, pushing boundaries in emotional and companion experiences.

Breaking from cold, industrial designs, GR-3 features Morandi warm tones, animal-inspired head design, and soft facial curves. Its dynamic interactions and warm touch aim to bridge the gap between humans and technology. Built on Fourier’s mission of “human-centered service,” GR-3 is safe, controllable, and truly empathetic.

The GR-3 will officially launch in Beijing on August 6, 2025, with more details to come.

**Embodied Intelligence Rehabilitation Hub: A Decade of Innovation**

Fourier’s upgraded “Embodied Intelligence Rehabilitation Hub” stole the show, showcasing a decade-long leap from digital to intelligent solutions in rehabilitation. Powered by GRx-series robots, multimodal perception, large-scale models, and precise motion control, it offers five interactive training modules:

- **Consultation Guidance**: GR-1 uses multimodal models and custom datasets for voice interaction, facial recognition, and visual tracking, providing efficient patient guidance.
- **Upper Limb Rehabilitation**: GR-2 adjusts hand positions to guide stretching exercises, with tactile sensors adapting training dynamically.
- **Cognitive Training**: GR-2 issues action commands to train core cognitive skills like color recognition and spatial judgment in real-world scenarios.
- **Motor Function Reconstruction**: The ExoMotus™ M4 exoskeleton aids patients with lower limb issues in early standing and walking exercises.
- **Remote Rehabilitation**: ArmMotus™ EMU robots enable therapists to remotely guide patient exercises via video, ensuring real-time feedback.

Fourier’s decade in rehabilitation has honed its human-robot interaction expertise. The Hub builds on the 2020 “Intelligent Rehabilitation Hub,” integrating 30+ self-developed robots for neurology, orthopedics, and pain management. This networked solution supports full-body, full-cycle standardized care, deployed in over 300 facilities across China, serving over a million patients.

**Human-Centered Embodied Intelligence**

2025 is hailed as the year of embodied intelligence commercialization. Fourier’s focus on rehabilitation—a field demanding safety and nuanced interaction—has shaped its unique edge. Both GR-3 and the Rehabilitation Hub center on seamless human-robot interaction, embodying Fourier’s vision of “serving people.”

Fourier will continue advancing embodied intelligence in healthcare, navigation, and research, bringing cutting-edge robotics to real-world applications.

*Original source: Sutu Network*
Click to expand...

Source: https://www.sootoo.com/content/901698.shtml
 
Fourier just completed a major funding round in January.
Fourier’s New GR-3 Medical Healthcare Robot Makes Its Debut
The GR-3 is Fourier’s first medical healthcare robot focused on interactive companionship, expanding its capabilities in emotional interaction and companionship while iterating on existing functions. The GR-3 introduces an innovative soft skin coating design and a full-sensory interaction system, pushing the boundaries of user experience in companionship and emotional engagement.

Unlike the minimalist industrial design of previous models, the GR-3 adopts a Morandi warm color palette, an animal-inspired head design, and soft facial curves. Through dynamic interactions and a warm tactile experience, it breaks the cold, mechanical image, bringing humans and technology closer together.

Fourier states that the ultimate goal of embodied intelligence is to “better serve humanity.” The GR-3 is not only safe and controllable but also a truly “human-centered, warm” humanoid robot. It is set to be officially launched in Beijing on August 6.


Bringing Embodied Intelligence to More Real-World Scenarios
In 2019, Fourier began its general-purpose humanoid robot project, releasing the full-sized GR-1 in 2023 and the GR-2 in 2024. These products are used in applications such as consultation guidance and academic research. In the first half of 2025, Fourier launched an open-source dataset and its first open-source robot product, Fourier N1, accelerating the adoption of humanoid robots.

Gu Jie stated that Fourier will continue to collaborate with top global research institutions to promote an open ecosystem. By the end of Q1 2025, Fourier had delivered over 10,000 robots in total, with a goal of delivering thousands more in 2025. In January, Fourier completed a nearly 800 million yuan (approximately $110 million) Series E funding round, backed by institutions including Guoxin Investment, Pudong Venture Capital, Zhangjiang Science Investment, Zhangke Yaokun Fund, Prosperity7, and Junshan Capital.

2025 is seen as the inaugural year for the commercialization of embodied intelligence, with the key challenge being its application in real-world scenarios. Fourier aims to bring cutting-edge embodied intelligence technologies to more fields, including medical healthcare, interactive guidance, academic research, and beyond, empowering human life.
Click to expand...

Source: http://finance.people.com.cn/n1/2025/0730/c1004-40532730.html
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Chris
Meet Alex Gu, Founder of Fourier, company behind the GR-3 Care-bot
Replies
8
Views
839
Chris
Chris
Back
Top Bottom