A New Era Arises: Embodied Intelligence — Grand Vision and Practical Progress

When Figure humanoid robots work tirelessly to sort goods in warehouses, their steady performance depends on both intelligent “brains” and robust mechanical “bodies”. Every precise movement relies on countless neural pathways and power channels — high-reliability connection systems. These components transmit signals and power within milliseconds and endure tens of millions of operating cycles. This presents two core challenges for connection systems serving embodied intelligence: delivering stable power and enabling lossless high-speed data transmission.

Figure 03 humanoid robot, developed by U.S. robotics firm Figure AI, has completed a 200-hour fully autonomous operational livestream.(Image sourced from the internet; removed upon request for copyright infringement)

As embodied intelligence is designated a key development priority in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan and the 2025 Government Work Report, the industry is rapidly moving from laboratory research to real-world industrial deployment. In this transformative journey, who can safeguard robots’ neural networks with dependable performance? The answer lies in small yet indispensable connection components. Today, we explore Zhaolong Interconnect, an industry veteran with over 30 years of in-depth expertise, and discover how it builds a solid connection foundation for the reliable operation of embodied intelligence robots.

Deep Accumulation: Technological Evolution From Communication to Intelligent Robotics

Boasting more than 30 years of professional expertise in data communication and industrial connectivity, Zhaolong Interconnect has always prioritized the reliability of physical connections, devoting itself to delivering solid connection support for the advancement of embodied intelligence technology.

In terms of R&D and performance validation, we leverage our CNAS-accredited national laboratory to build full-scale testing capabilities spanning materials, components and complete systems. We conduct comprehensive verification covering high-speed signal transmission, dynamic mechanical service life and environmental adaptability, providing solid empirical support for the preliminary design of customized connection solutions.

Zhaolong CNAS Laboratory – Flexibility Testing Lab

To meet the stringent requirements for product consistency in robot industrialization, we have established a rigorous quality management system compliant with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards, and implemented full-lot barcode traceability across all production processes. This system ensures stable and consistent mass production performance, delivering reliable guarantees for customers’ large-scale industrial applications.

Our technological development has evolved steadily from basic data communication cables to highly flexible, dynamic-resistant industrial cables, and further expanded into integrated connection solutions tailored for robotic equipment. This evolution is not a business pivot, but a natural extension of our core technological strengths. Built on our in-depth and continuous understanding of signal transmission principles, mechanical structures and material systems, we integrate decades of accumulated experience with emerging application demands, providing more adaptive and trustworthy connection solutions for robot motion control and system operation.

Zhaolong Industrial Cable Workshop

Insights From Details: Decoding Zhaolong’s Two Core Robotic Connection Systems

With profound insights into robotic electrical architecture, Zhaolong Interconnect classifies the complex internal connection needs of robots into two core systems: power and power supply connection, as well as data and signal transmission connection. We have developed standardized and serialized product portfolios to precisely address the core challenges of embodied intelligence equipment.

01. Power and Power Supply Connection System: The Stable Conduit for Energy Transmission

This system undertakes internal power transmission for core robotic components including joint motors, controllers and various executive units. It needs to balance high current-carrying capacity, superior insulation reliability, wide temperature tolerance and mechanical flexibility for dynamic routing in complex operating scenarios.

Our product lineup covers mainstream wire gauges such as 8AWG, 12AWG and 16AWG, supporting targeted selection according to actual current levels, installation space and routing paths. We also offer three mainstream insulation materials to match diverse operating environments:

FEP insulation features excellent high-temperature resistance up to 200°C, ideal for connection positions requiring extreme temperature tolerance, reliable insulation and compact spatial adaptability. XLPE insulation withstands temperatures up to 125°C with balanced and stable overall performance, perfectly suited for conventional robot power supply circuits. ETFE-insulated lightweight electronic wires are designed for space-constrained internal scenarios, covering small-current power supply, equipment control and auxiliary connection needs.

For instance, our 8AWG XLPE-insulated power cable supports a 60A current load, providing a reliable selection reference for high-current circuits in 48V robotic systems. This hierarchical and material-targeted selection framework delivers clear, stable and highly adaptable power connection solutions for diverse robotic equipment.

Zhaolong 16AWG FEP Electronic Wire

02. Data and Signal Connection System: Empowering Control, Perception and High-Speed Communication

Data and signal connection systems are responsible for transmitting internal control commands, sensor feedback data, visual information and real-time communication signals. These scenarios demand high bandwidth, ultra-low latency, strong anti-interference performance, complete signal integrity and durable dynamic mechanical performance. Zhaolong provides professional connection products for core robotic positions including main controllers, joint modules, sensors, vision units and end-effectors.

High-Speed Data Links

We supply industrial Ethernet cables and components covering CAT 5e (Enhanced Category 5) and CAT 6A (Augmented Category 6) standards, balancing slim diameter, high flexibility and dynamic mechanical resistance. Our ultra-slim CAT 5e products feature a minimum outer diameter of approximately 2.2mm, adapting to ultra-compact internal wiring spaces of robots. The high-flexibility CAT 5e series adopts premium TPU flexible sheathing, capable of withstanding millions of cycles of dynamic drag chain movement, torsion and bending, perfectly matching high-frequency motion scenarios such as robotic arms and movable joints. Slim CAT 6A industrial Ethernet components are also available to support high-density, high-bandwidth data transmission requirements.

Zhaolong Ultra-Fine CAT5e Ethernet Cable

Perception and Feedback Links

Our 26/28AWG high-flexibility bus cables feature slim profiles and excellent toughness, perfectly applicable to signal transmission for precision sensors. Meanwhile, RG174 high-flexibility 50Ω coaxial cables support high-speed coaxial visual transmission protocols including GMSL2. All customized cable assemblies undergo strict testing on insertion loss, return loss and shielding performance, ensuring sustained signal integrity in complex dynamic operating environments.

Zhaolong High-Flex Bus Cable (19 Cores) for Robots

Zhaolong RG174 High-Flex Coaxial Cable

Ultra-High-Density Links

For extreme miniaturization and high-density wiring scenarios represented by dexterous hands and precision end-effectors, we have developed 46AWG ultra-fine coaxial cables with an outer diameter of merely 0.20mm, showcasing our cutting-edge technological strength in micro-sized, high-density robotic wiring solutions.

Zhaolong 46AWG Ultra-Fine Coaxial Cable for Dexterous Hands

Moving Forward Together: A Reliable Connectivity Partner for Smart Manufacturing

Driven by the global upgrade of AI-enabled smart manufacturing, the transformation from Made in China to Smart Manufacturing in China requires robust and reliable physical connectivity as the core cornerstone for the stable operation of all intelligent equipment. Backed by over 30 years of technological accumulation, Zhaolong Interconnect provides full-spectrum, verifiable connection system solutions covering energy transmission and information interaction. Our strong service capabilities are supported by our Deqing smart manufacturing base, CNAS-accredited professional laboratory, experienced R&D team, and standardized quality management systems including IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.

Panoramic View of Zhaolong Interconnect Engineering & Manufacturing Center

We deeply recognize that the large-scale industrialization of embodied intelligence relies on the reliable support of every link in the industrial supply chain. With mature engineering capabilities and a fully traceable quality system, Zhaolong Interconnect strives to become the most trusted connectivity backbone for global industry partners. We help transform innovative technological concepts into stable, market-ready industrial products efficiently, and join hands with all partners to embrace the boundless future of intelligent connectivity and embodied intelligence.