Summary:

 

MenteeBot V3.0 is a full-size humanoid robot prototype (≈ 1.75 m tall) developed by Mentee Robotics in Israel. With 40+ degrees of freedom, 25 kg payload capacity, custom actuators delivering 3× more power than typical platforms, hot-swappable battery systems, and 360° sensing, the robot is targeted at both industrial and domestic applications where adaptable, intelligent machines work alongside humans.

 

Editorial:

 

When Mentee Robotics introduced the V3.0 version of its humanoid platform earlier this year, the message was clear: humanoid robots are shifting from demonstration stages into application-focused machines. Standing about 1.75 meters tall and weighing approximately 70 kg, MenteeBot V3.0 combines strength, perception and intelligence in a human-sized package.

 

The real standout lies in its hardware and software synergy. Custom-built actuators claim up to three times more power than competitor modules, supporting tasks such as lifting, precise manipulation and enduring operation in industrial or warehouse settings. The hands, for example, are rated at a pinch force of around 30 N per finger, enabling fine-grip operations in addition to heavier work.

 

On the sensing side, the robot integrates fisheye side cameras and a rear camera system to provide 360° situational awareness, coupled with depth sensors and advanced environment mapping. This is layered with a full-stack AI architecture: MenteeBot employs simulation-to-reality (Sim2Real) learning pipelines, reinforcement learning for motion control and even large-language-model (LLM) integration for verbal command interpretation and high-level task planning.

 

Notably, MenteeBot’s design supports hot-swappable battery modules that aim for continuous operation — a key requirement if humanoids are to function in real-world shifts rather than short demos. With a reported payload capacity of 25 kg and walking speed up to 1.5 m/s, it hints at applications from warehousing and logistics to service or home assistance.

 

Nevertheless, as with many humanoids at this stage, commercial-scale deployment remains ahead. While the V3.0 shows impressive specification claims, long-term field trials, uptime metrics and integration into large-scale operations are still to be proven. For now, MenteeBot V3.0 is best understood as a high-capability platform that bridges research and application — an important step toward next-generation humanoid collaboration.

 

In a broader context, MenteeBot underscores how the humanoid robotics field is evolving: the challenge is less “can it walk” and much more “can it work reliably alongside humans for hours on end.” With V3.0, Mentee Robotics is raising the bar for what “work-ready humanoid” could mean.

 

Specifications:

 

PHYSICAL

Height: ~150–160 cm

Weight: ~40–45 kg

Body Type: Compact humanoid

Design: Friendly, human‑safe exterior

Materials: Composite shell + lightweight aluminum frame

MOBILITY

Locomotion: Bipedal walking

Walking Speed: ~1.0 m/s

Balance System: Basic whole‑body control

Terrain: Indoor, flat surfaces

Navigation Rating: 2/5

MANIPULATION

Arms: Lightweight electric actuators

Hands: 3–5 finger variants

Payload: ~1–2 kg per arm

Manipulation Rating: 2/5

Capabilities:

Object pickup

Simple tool interaction

Customer‑service gestures

ACTUATORS

Type: Low‑force electric actuators

Motion Style: Smooth, slow, safe

Joint Torque: Moderate (not industrial‑grade)

SENSORS

RGB Cameras

Depth Cameras

IMU

Microphone Array

Touch Sensors

Basic proprioception

AI & COMPUTE

AI System: Mentee cloud + onboard embedded compute

Capabilities:

Natural language conversation

Object recognition

Basic motion planning

Customer‑service interaction

Connectivity: Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth

BATTERY & POWER

Battery Life: ~1–2 hours

Swappable Battery: Yes

USE CASES

Education & robotics research

Customer service

Hospitality

Retail

Light manipulation tasks

Human‑robot interaction studies

 

Image: AIandRobotics

 

Company Source:

 

- MenteeBot – Official Website  

https://www.menteebot.com/  

 

- Humanoid Press – MenteeBot V3.0 Database Entry  

https://humanoid.press/database/www-humanoid-press-database-menteebot-v3-0-humanoid-robot/  

 

Key News & Coverage:

 

- Mobileye’s $900M Bold Play for the Future of Labor (Acquisition of Mentee Robotics)  

https://www.aparobot.com/articles/mobileyes-900m-bold-play-for-the-future-of-labor