RoboCup 2025 AdultSize Championship

July 2025 • Brazil

Tsinghua University's Hephaestus team used Booster T1 robots to win first place in the AdultSize category, marking the first time a Chinese team claimed the top honor. China Agricultural University took second place, also using T1 platforms. Teams defeated opponents from USA, Germany, South Korea, and France.

IEEE-RAS Humanoids Conference 2024

November 2024 • Nancy, France

Booster T1 claimed first place in both the Speed Competition and the Obstacle Avoidance & Door Opening Challenge, demonstrating superior locomotion control and environmental interaction capabilities.

2025 World Humanoid Robot Games

August 2025 • Beijing, China

Booster T1 supported over 40 global teams in competition, achieving a clean sweep of all medals in both 3v3 and 5v5 AI robot soccer events. Teams from Brazil, Germany, Japan, Malaysia, Australia, Italy, Thailand, and Indonesia competed using T1 platforms.

RoboCup German Open 2025

2025 • Germany

In the AdultSize category finals, Tsinghua Hephaestus team (using Booster T1) decisively defeated the host German team Sweaty with an overwhelming 9-0 victory to claim the championship title.

The T1's 200 TOPS computing power and NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin platform make it ideal for deploying large language models, vision-language models, and multimodal AI systems directly on the robot. Optional edge LLM support (miniCPM) enables natural language interaction without cloud dependence.

Key capabilities: Real-time object recognition (YOLO), speech recognition (ASR), text-to-speech (TTS), reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and vision-based navigation.

With 130 N·m knee torque, dual-encoder force control, and proven RoboCup performance, the T1 excels in locomotion studies. Research teams can explore omnidirectional walking, dynamic balance, fall recovery (stand-up in under 1 second), and uneven terrain navigation.

Research areas: Gait optimization, zero-moment point (ZMP) control, model predictive control (MPC), dynamic stability, and multi-terrain adaptation.

As the official RoboCup partner platform and 2025 AdultSize champion, the T1 is purpose-built for robotics competitions. Over 50 global teams use T1 for RoboCup, IEEE-RAS Humanoids, and other academic challenges, benefiting from shared code repositories and community support.

Competition advantages: Proven reliability, extensive documentation, active developer community, competition-specific training courses, and direct support from championship-winning teams.

The T1's multimodal sensor suite—including depth camera, microphone array, speaker, and 9-axis IMU—enables sophisticated HRI research. Mobile app control via Bluetooth and WiFi 6 connectivity facilitate remote interaction studies and teleoperation experiments.

HRI capabilities: Voice command processing, gesture recognition, social navigation, safe collaborative operation, and natural language dialogue (with edge LLM).

✓ Choose Booster T1 If:

• Your lab is participating in RoboCup, IEEE-RAS Humanoids, or other robotics competitions
• You need a proven, championship-winning platform with active community support
• Your research focuses on AI development, embodied intelligence, or multimodal perception
• Portability matters—you need to transport robots between labs or to competitions
• You want 200 TOPS AI computing at a mid-range price point ($34k vs $90k+)
• Open-source software is critical for your research (full ROS2, no proprietary limitations)
• You prefer simulation-first workflows (Isaac Sim, Mujoco, Webots)
• Your institution values championship validation and peer-reviewed platform adoption

⚠ Consider Alternatives If:

• Budget under $15,000: The Booster K1 ($12,500 from K-Robotics) is the RoboCup 2025 KidSize champion with 40-117 TOPS computing—ideal for educational institutions and entry-level research
• Full human-scale required: Unitree H1 (175 cm) or H2 (180 cm) for human-environment interaction studies
• High-speed locomotion focus: Unitree H1 achieves 3.3 m/s vs T1's 0.5+ m/s
• Dexterous manipulation priority: Unitree G1 Ultimate D (41 DOF with tactile) offers more hand configurations
• Industrial deployment testing: Larger platforms may better simulate factory environments

What is the Booster T1 price?

The Booster T1 is priced at $34,999 from K-Robotics. With the automatic 3% discount applied on orders over $3,000, the final price is $33,949, saving you $1,049. This includes the complete robot system with 23 degrees of freedom, NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin GPU (200 TOPS), full SDK, and 12-month manufacturer warranty.

Where to buy Booster T1 - Authorized vendors

K-Robotics is the authorized distributor for Booster T1 humanoid robots. You can order directly from K-Robotics with international shipping available. All purchases include full warranty coverage and development support. The 3% discount is automatically applied at checkout—no promo code needed.

What makes Booster T1 different from Unitree G1 and H1?

The Booster T1 is the only humanoid robot to win the RoboCup 2025 AdultSize championship. Compared to Unitree G1, it offers more AI computing power (200 TOPS vs 40-100 TOPS) and higher torque (130 N·m vs 120 N·m). Compared to Unitree H1, it costs 61% less ($34k vs $90k+), weighs 36% less (30 kg vs 47 kg), and is purpose-built for research and education rather than industrial applications. The T1's championship validation and 50+ team adoption demonstrate its reliability for academic use.

Is the Booster T1 compatible with ROS2?

Yes, the Booster T1 features full ROS2 Humble compatibility with complete open-source SDK access. The platform provides both high-level motion control interfaces and low-level hardware control, allowing researchers to customize every aspect of robot behavior. The SDK includes Python and C++ APIs, with support for simulation environments including NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Mujoco, and Webots.

What is included with the Booster T1 purchase?

Your Booster T1 purchase includes: the complete robot system (118 cm, 30 kg, 23 DOF), 10.5Ah battery and charger, Intel RealSense D455 depth camera, microphone array and speaker, 9-axis IMU, WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, full open-source SDK with ROS2 compatibility, mobile app for remote control, simulation support (Isaac Sim, Mujoco, Webots), and 12-month manufacturer warranty. Educational institutions may qualify for additional training resources and community access.

Can the Booster T1 be used for RoboCup competitions?

Absolutely. The Booster T1 is the official RoboCup partner platform and won the 2025 AdultSize championship in Brazil (Tsinghua University). It's also designed to meet all RoboCup technical requirements and is used by over 50 global teams. Booster Robotics provides competition-specific training courses, enabling students to deploy RoboCup demos and achieve 3v3 soccer gameplay in just 3 days. Championship-winning teams share code repositories and strategies with the T1 community.

How long does the battery last?

The Booster T1's 10.5Ah battery provides approximately 2 hours of continuous walking autonomy or 4 hours in standing/light operation mode. Battery life varies based on computational load and motion intensity. The battery uses standard charging interfaces and can be swapped for extended research sessions.

What research applications is the Booster T1 best suited for?

The Booster T1 excels in four primary research areas: (1) Embodied AI development with edge LLM support and 200 TOPS computing for multimodal AI systems, (2) Bipedal locomotion research including gait optimization, dynamic balance, and fall recovery, (3) Academic competitions such as RoboCup and IEEE-RAS Humanoids, and (4) Human-robot interaction studies using voice, vision, and gesture-based interfaces. Its open-source platform and simulation support make it ideal for algorithm development and control theory research.

Does the Booster T1 support AI and machine learning workloads?

Yes. The T1's NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin GPU delivers 200 TOPS of AI computing performance, enabling on-board inference for deep learning models. The platform supports YOLO for object detection, ASR (automatic speech recognition), TTS (text-to-speech), and optional edge LLM deployment with miniCPM. Researchers can implement reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and vision-language models directly on the robot. The 14-core Intel i7 processor handles sensor fusion, motion control, and real-time decision-making simultaneously.

Can I get educational discounts or volume pricing?

K-Robotics offers institutional pricing for universities, research labs, and educational institutions. The automatic 3% discount applies to all orders over $3,000. For volume purchases (multiple robots) or grant-funded research projects, contact K-Robotics directly with your institutional affiliation and project details to inquire about additional discounts or custom payment terms.

Should I buy the Booster K1 or T1 for my research lab?

Choose the Booster K1 ($12,500) if your budget is under $15,000, you're focused on STEM education or undergraduate research, or you prioritize maximum portability (19.5kg). The K1 won RoboCup 2025 KidSize and offers 40-117 TOPS computing. Upgrade to the Booster T1 ($33,949) when you need 200 TOPS for advanced AI research, longer battery life (2 hours vs 40-80 minutes), or are competing in RoboCup AdultSize leagues. Many institutions deploy K1 for teaching labs and T1 for graduate research programs.