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Summary:
Cinnamon 1 is a bipedal humanoid robot developed by Donut Robotics in Tokyo, engineered specifically for high‑noise industrial environments such as construction sites, factories, and logistics hubs. Instead of relying on voice commands, Cinnamon 1 uses gesture recognition, computer vision, and a vision‑language‑action model to interpret human intent even when communication is difficult. Its design focuses on practical labor support, human‑robot coordination, and safe operation around workers.
Editorial:
Cinnamon 1: Japan’s Gesture‑Driven Industrial Humanoid
Donut Robotics approaches humanoid design from a uniquely Japanese angle: robots that collaborate with humans in chaotic, noisy, real‑world environments. Cinnamon 1 is built for places where voice commands fail — jackhammers, machinery, wind, and heavy equipment drown out speech. Instead of fighting the environment, Cinnamon 1 adapts to it.
Its core innovation is a gesture‑first interaction model, powered by a multimodal AI stack that fuses vision, body‑language interpretation, and contextual reasoning. Workers can signal commands with simple arm motions, and Cinnamon 1 responds with precision, making it a natural fit for construction, inspection, and material handling.
The robot’s form factor is intentionally compact and sturdy, with balanced locomotion and a reinforced frame designed for uneven terrain. Donut Robotics isn’t chasing the “friendly home robot” aesthetic — Cinnamon 1 is a tool, a partner built for hard labor, and a reflection of Japan’s long‑standing philosophy of robots as practical collaborators rather than novelties.
The psychological leap:
Cinnamon 1 reframes humanoids not as assistants waiting for verbal instructions, but as context‑aware teammates capable of reading human intent through motion alone. It’s a shift toward robots that understand us even when communication breaks down.
Specifications:
| Category | Details |
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| Developer | Donut Robotics (Tokyo, Japan) |
| Model | Cinnamon 1 |
| Height | ~160 cm class humanoid |
| Locomotion | Bipedal walking with terrain adaptation |
| Interaction Model | Gesture recognition, computer vision, VLA (vision‑language‑action) AI |
| Sensors | RGB‑D cameras, depth sensing, IMU, industrial‑grade vision modules |
| Use Cases | Construction sites, factories, logistics, inspection, human‑robot collaboration |
| Design Focus | High‑noise environments, non‑verbal communication, safe proximity operation |
| Special Features | Gesture‑only command system, robust frame for industrial settings |
Image: @XRoboHub
Company Source:
Donut Robotics — Official Website
Cinnamon Project Overview