Protoclone V1: A revolutionary step towards biomimetic androids with artificial muscles and human-like locomotion

Abstract

This article presents Protoclone V1, a bipedal musculoskeletal android developed by Polish startup Clone Robotics, which specialises in synthetic human technologies. Protoclone V1 is a significant step forward in biomimetic robotics, equipped with over 1,000 artificial muscles (Myofibers), a polymer-based skeleton that mimics human bone structure, and an integrated cooling system that mimics human perspiration. Unveiled in February 2025, Protoclone V1 is an anatomically accurate synthetic human body with over 200 degrees of freedom and 500 sensors that enable realistic movements such as walking, kicking, and twitching. The system is powered by water and electricity, emphasising its cleanliness, lightness and durability.