Chinese Company's Record-Speed Humanoid Robot: Bolt Runs 10 Meters Per Second
China-based MirrorMe Technology has introduced its full-size humanoid robot Bolt, which reaches speeds of up to 10 meters per second in real-world conditions. The company claims this performance sets a new speed record for humanoid robots.
Speed Record in Humanoid Robots
Chinese robotics firm MirrorMe Technology has unveiled its full-size robot, Bolt, claiming a new speed standard in the bipedal humanoid robot category. According to the company's statements, Bolt has reached a maximum speed of 10 meters per second in real-world tests outside the laboratory, making it the first model of its size among humanoid robots to achieve this speed.
Ideal Form and Technical Infrastructure
Standing 175 centimeters tall and weighing 75 kilograms, Bolt reflects the company's vision of an "ideal humanoid form." The robot is built upon newly designed joints and an optimized power system aimed at mimicking natural human movements and sustaining high speeds. Developers describe Bolt as a significant advancement in terms of humanoid motion control, dynamic balance, and high-performance drive systems.
The Company's Speed-Focused History
Speed is not a new focus for MirrorMe Technology. The company's previously developed quadrupedal model, Black Panther II, ran 100 meters in 13.17 seconds during a live broadcast on Chinese television last year. Reports indicated that this performance surpassed the speed values announced in 2020 for Boston Dynamics' WildCat robot. In 2025, the quadrupedal robot named Black Panther broke a speed record exceeding 10 meters per second.
"Super Species" Goal and Potential Use Cases
Company officials state that their ultimate goal is not merely to produce the "fastest robot." MirrorMe Technology aims to develop robots, which it defines as a "super species," that approach or exceed human athletic capabilities through advanced motion perception and physical performance. In this context, Bolt is envisioned to serve as a "steel training partner" for Chinese athletes, helping them push their performance limits with human-level perception and competitive skills.
Establishment and Technical Heritage
Officially founded in May 2024 and headquartered in Shanghai, MirrorMe Technology's core team consists of researchers from Zhejiang University. The company states that its work is based on approximately a decade of research history and that the team has treated robot speed as a long-term priority since 2016. The company's current product portfolio includes the consumer-focused Baobao, the industrial quadruped Apollo, and the high-performance research model Black Panther II.
