Observed Signal · Oct 19, 2026 · Technical Release · Source: t3n · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Digit 5 Robot Gets New Batteries for 10:1 Run-to-Charge Ratio
Agility Robotics is upgrading its humanoid robot Digit 5 with new battery technology from Nyobolt, enabling a run-to-charge ratio of approximately 10:1. This means for every minute of charging, the robot can work for ten minutes, allowing it to operate more than 20 hours per day. The previous model, Digit 4, had a ratio of 2:1, spending about a third of the day charging. The new lightweight, high-power-density batteries support multiple daily work shifts and are designed for many charge cycles, though specific capacity and cycle numbers were not disclosed. First selected customers will receive the Digit 5 in the first half of 2027, with broader availability in the following six to nine months. The price is reportedly in the high six-figure range, including a maintenance contract.
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- Agility Robotics equips Digit 5 with Nyobolt batteries for a 10:1 run-to-charge ratio.
- Digit 5 can work more than 20 hours per day with the new batteries.
- The previous model Digit 4 had a 2:1 run-to-charge ratio.
- First customers will receive Digit 5 in H1 2027.
- Price reportedly in the high six-figure range including maintenance contract.
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