By Gwurld4026 
Meet Protoclone: A Breakthrough in Robotics
Clone Robotics has unveiled Protoclone, the world’s first bipedal musculoskeletal android designed to closely mimic human anatomy. This groundbreaking robot features over 200 degrees of freedom, more than 1,000 synthetic muscle fibers known as Myofibers, and 500 integrated sensors, enabling lifelike movement and responsiveness.
Constructed with 3D-printed polymer bones and Myofiber muscles that contract under pressure, Protoclone’s design allows for human-like joint articulation. To prevent overheating during operation, the robot employs a water-based cooling system similar to human sweating, ensuring optimal performance of its high-power actuators.
While Protoclone currently lacks facial features, sporting a sleek black visor instead, this design choice helps avoid the “uncanny valley” effect and simplifies sensor placement. Clone Robotics plans to release a limited “Clone Alpha” edition in 2025, aiming to integrate these advanced androids into daily life for tasks such as pouring drinks, setting tables, and retrieving items.
For a closer look at Protoclone’s capabilities, you can watch the following video: