Figure 03 Debuts as a Scalable Humanoid Robot for Home and Commercial Use

• Figure’s third-generation robot is built around Helix, a vision-language-action AI, with redesigned hardware and sensory systems.
• New safety features, inductive charging, and mass manufacturing enable large-scale deployment across homes and industries.

Figure has unveiled Figure 03, its third-generation humanoid robot, built from the ground up as a scalable, general-purpose system. Created for home and commercial use, the robot features a complete hardware and software redesign, purpose-built for mass deployment.

At the center of Figure 03 is Helix, Figure’s proprietary vision-language-action (VLA) AI that connects what the robot sees, hears, and does in real time. To power Helix, Figure 03 includes a fully redesigned sensory system with high-speed cameras, palm-embedded visual sensors, and adaptive fingertips. This allows for fast, precise control of movement, even in cluttered spaces or when the main cameras are blocked. Custom-built tactile sensors in each fingertip can detect forces as small as three grams, giving Helix the sensitivity and control needed for stable, dexterous gripping.

Figure 03 is designed to operate safely and naturally in the home. It has 9% less mass and significantly reduced body volume compared to Figure 02, making it easier to navigate through tight indoor spaces. The robot is covered in soft, washable textiles with multi-density foam padding, replacing hard surfaces to minimize the risk of bumps or damage to people and surroundings. It can charge itself through inductive wireless charging, stepping onto a floor mat that transfers up to 2 kW of power via coils embedded in its feet. A new audio system includes repositioned microphones and a larger, more powerful speaker to improve voice interaction in everyday settings.

Figure 03 is also designed to handle commercial tasks. Its actuators deliver twice the speed with higher torque density, allowing it to move and lift more efficiently. The improved vision system and compliant hands give it the dexterity to handle objects like sheet metal and flexible packaging. The robot can operate nearly continuously by returning to a charging mat during breaks. Each unit can also be customized with uniforms made from durable or cut-resistant materials.

Scalability is central to Figure 03’s design. Every component has been reengineered for manufacturability using methods like die-casting and injection molding. Figure has built a new global supply chain and vertically integrated key systems such as actuators and sensors. Figure's BotQ factory is said to produce 12,000 units per year, with a roadmap to 100,000 over four years. Full wireless data offload, modular design, and customizable fleet options make Figure 03 ready for commercial deployment at scale.

🌀 Tom’s Take:

Big move from Figure, and a real milestone for humanoid robots. By building for scale from the start, Figure 03 actually has a shot at showing up in homes and commercial spaces in the next few years.

Source: Figure