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Fourier Intelligence

GR-2 · China · Founded2015

Fourier Intelligence was founded in 2015 in Shanghai by Alex Gu (Gu Jie). Originally focused on rehabilitation robotics, the company pivoted to general-purpose humanoids while maintaining its rehab division. In July 2024 Fourier split into two units: Fourier Rehab and Fourier (humanoids).

Key Metrics

350
units shipped
2.3%
Market Share
#8
Global Rank
~500
Employees

About Fourier Intelligence

The GR-2 stands 175cm tall with 63 kg weight and 53 degrees of freedom, including 12-DoF dexterous hands with tactile sensors. Its FSA 2.0 actuators deliver 380+ Nm peak torque. At CES 2026 Fourier debuted the GR-3, a care-focused humanoid with soft exterior upholstery designed for homes and assisted living.

Fourier has raised over $200M in funding including a Series E of approximately $110M (800M yuan) in early 2025. Investors include SoftBank Vision Fund, IDG Capital, and Saudi Aramco. The company was valued at $3.5-3.9 billion as of early 2024.

Operating from Shanghai's Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park with roughly 500 employees, Fourier has deployed robots to over 3,000 institutions across 40 countries. A 2025 partnership with BASF provides advanced materials for robot manufacturing.

Founders: Alex Gu (Gu Jie)

Headquarters: Shanghai, China

Latest Update

GR-2 humanoid deployed in research institutions and industrial pilots globally

Key Milestone

GR-2 with 53 degrees of freedom across research and industrial deployments

Robot Models

Fourier GR-2 Fourier Intelligence (fftai.com)

Fourier GR-2

Fourier GR-2 is a full-body humanoid robot from Fourier Intelligence featuring 53 degrees of freedom for highly dexterous manipulation and locomotion. Originally developed for rehabilitation research, GR-2 has expanded into industrial pilots and academic robotics research.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many robots has Fourier Intelligence shipped?

Fourier Intelligence has shipped approximately 350 humanoid robots as of early 2026, with deployments in research institutions and industrial pilots across 40 countries.

Who founded Fourier Intelligence?

Fourier Intelligence was founded by Alex Gu (Gu Jie) in 2015 in Shanghai, China.

What robots does Fourier Intelligence make?

Fourier Intelligence produces the GR-2 general-purpose humanoid with 53 degrees of freedom and the GR-3 care-focused humanoid designed for homes and assisted living.

Where is Fourier Intelligence headquartered?

Fourier Intelligence is headquartered in Shanghai's Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park with roughly 500 employees.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia - Fourier Intelligence - accessed 2026-03-28
  2. Fourier GR-2 Product Page - accessed 2026-03-28
  3. Interesting Engineering - GR-3 at CES 2026 - accessed 2026-03-28
  4. BASF-Fourier Partnership - accessed 2026-03-28