On 21 March 2025 in Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Guangdong LinXAI Robotics Co., Ltd. (LinXAI Robotics) signed an agreement to establish the Space Robotics and Embodied Intelligence Joint Laboratory. The agreement marks a significant step in advancing research and industrial applications of intelligent robotics.
Dr. Runqiu Yang (left), Mr. Kai Xiao, CEO of LinXAI Robotics (middle), and Dr. Weisong Wen (right) at the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering.
The collaboration combines PolyU’s expertise in robotic algorithms and AI perception with LinXAI’s hardware integration and advanced legged robotic systems. Key focuses include lunar/Martian adaptability, safety mechanisms, and real-world healthcare and service applications.
The joint lab aims to bridge academic research and industrial innovation, fostering talent exchange and the co-development of new technologies. The collaboration underscores Hong Kong’s role as a hub for interdisciplinary innovation and aligns with the Greater Bay Area’s strategic focus on smart manufacturing and advanced technologies.