Abstract: A docking station for a humanoid robot comprises a wireless charging mat assembly with a base housing, a platform cover coupled to the base housing's upper surface, the platform cover comprising a wireless charging surface and a ramped portion extending forward and downward from the wireless charging surface, a wireless power transmitter within the base housing comprising at least one transmitter coil assembly beneath the wireless charging surface configured to generate an electromagnetic field for wireless power transfer to a humanoid robot, and at least one thermistor within the base housing. A charging controller is communicatively coupled to the transmitter coil assembly and thermistor, configured to receive temperature data, determine when a predetermined temperature threshold is exceeded, and adjust the electromagnetic field accordingly.

Abstract: A docking station for a humanoid robot comprises a wireless charging mat assembly with a base housing, a platform cover coupled to the base housing's upper surface, the platform cover comprising a wireless charging surface and a ramped portion extending forward and downward from the wireless charging surface, a wireless power transmitter within the base housing comprising at least one transmitter coil assembly beneath the wireless charging surface configured to generate an electromagnetic field for wireless power transfer to a humanoid robot, and at least one thermistor within the base housing. A charging controller is communicatively coupled to the transmitter coil assembly and thermistor, configured to receive temperature data, determine when a predetermined temperature threshold is exceeded, and adjust the electromagnetic field accordingly.

Abstract: An overhead support and charging system for a humanoid robot includes a base with a vertical arm supporting a horizontal cantilever arm, a tether extending from the base comprising at least one electrical conductor and at least one mechanically tensionable cable, a power electronics assembly configured to convert utility power into charging power, and a coupler for mechanically and electrically connecting the tether to a humanoid robot coupling assembly. The coupling assembly includes a pair of frame couplers attachable to an upper extent of the robot's torso and a pair of electrically insulated, hinged rigid braces configured to conduct electrical power. A harness with an integrated power bus secures the robot to the system. The humanoid robot includes a torso assembly housing a battery pack and power distribution unit with frame couplers electrically connected thereto. A retractable tether system provides both mechanical support and electrical charging connectivity through a unified coupler mechanism.

Abstract: A charging system for a plurality of humanoid robots, including a plurality of charging mat assemblies, each charging mat assembly including at least one transmitter coil assembly configured to generate an oscillating magnetic field for wireless power transfer to a humanoid robot when the humanoid robot stands on the charging mat assembly, and a centralized electronics assembly coupled to each charging mat assembly in the plurality of charging mat assemblies via a respective tether cord. The centralized electronics assembly includes a communications transceiver configured to communicate with the plurality of humanoid robots, an AC to DC power converter configured to supply power to the plurality of charging mat assemblies via the respective tether cords, and a controller configured to independently control power allocation from the AC to DC power converter to each charging mat assembly in the plurality of charging mat assemblies.

Abstract: A humanoid robot includes a torso, a plurality of sensors configured to capture sensor data during operation, a battery pack, a data storage for storing the captured sensor data, and a communication transceiver module. The communication transceiver module includes at least one antenna array module having a plurality of antenna elements configured for millimeter-wave communication at frequencies above 40 GHz. The communication transceiver module establishes a short-range wireless data link with a corresponding transceiver module of an external docking station when positioned within a predefined separation gap, enabling data transfer at rates exceeding 5 gigabits per second. The humanoid robot further includes a wireless power receiver for charging the battery pack. The communication transceiver module is configured to offload all sensor data collected during an operational runtime in a data offload time period that is less than a charging time period required to recharge the battery pack.

Abstract: A docking station for a humanoid robot includes a base configured to receive the robot's left and right feet, and a stand assembly extending upward from the base. The stand assembly includes a vertical support and a support cradle configured to engage and at least partially support a central region of the humanoid robot when docked. The base houses first and second wireless charging coils arranged in a side-by-side configuration aligned with receiver coil assemblies disposed within the robot's feet. Upon mechanical engagement with the support cradle, the robot transmits a digital handshake signal to initiate wireless charging. The robot may approach the docking station, execute a turn, and reverse into position using a rear-facing camera for alignment. An active cooling system with fans and airflow channels regulates temperature during charging. The robot's power management system can autonomously initiate navigation toward the docking station when battery charge falls below a dynamically computed threshold.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a docking station for a humanoid robot having a torso, shoulders, and waist, comprising a base configured to support the humanoid robot and a stand assembly extending upward from the base and including an upper support configured to be positioned under the shoulders of the humanoid robot to at least partially support the weight when the humanoid robot is in a quasi-standing position on the docking station. The upper support comprises a pair of arms extending from a vertical support, each arm having a distal end configured to be positioned underneath a respective shoulder. The stand assembly further comprises a lower support configured to be positioned under the waist to provide additional support. The docking station further comprises a charging system configured to charge a battery.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a humanoid robot with an arrangement of components that allows the robot to mimic the movements, functionality and capabilities of a human being. The robot includes a torso coupled to a waist, an arm assembly, and a head assembly. A pelvis is coupled to the waist and has left and right actuator mounts. Left and right hip assemblies are coupled to the respective actuator mounts. Each hip assembly includes a hip pitch actuator assembly, a hip roll actuator assembly, and a leg twist actuator assembly. The hip pitch actuator assembly has a portion positioned within the pelvis and is coupled to the actuator mount. The hip roll actuator assembly is coupled to the hip pitch actuator assembly, with a non-90 degree angle formed between their axes. The leg twist actuator assembly is coupled to the hip roll actuator assembly and positioned below extents of both the hip pitch and hip roll actuator assemblies.