EngineAI PM01 Robot Recovers Balance and Performs Flip in New Footage

Footage released in early March 2026 shows EngineAI’s PM01 humanoid robot demonstrating advanced balance and movement capabilities during a series of tests. The video displays the robot recovering from a deliberate push, performing a front flip, and rising from a prone position.

During the demonstration, the PM01 was intentionally pushed off balance and managed to regain its posture within seconds. The robot recalculated its center of mass, adjusted its joint torque, and corrected its stance in real time to remain upright.

The same footage captured the PM01 executing a front flip, which involved coordinated arm movements, stabilization of its core, and a precise landing. The robot also transitioned smoothly from lying flat on its back to a standing position by shifting its weight and using bracing motions.

What the numbers show

• The PM01 is 1.38 meters tall and weighs about 40 kilograms
• The robot features 24 degrees of freedom and can walk up to 4.5 miles per hour
• EngineAI was established in October 2023 in Shenzhen, China

EngineAI’s PM01 includes a bionic structure that mimics human movement, a core display for interaction, and a waist capable of rotating up to 320 degrees. The robot’s design allows for agility, with a lower center of mass compared to EngineAI’s larger SE01 model.

The PM01 uses an Intel RealSense depth camera for spatial awareness and mapping, along with a dual-chip system that integrates Nvidia Jetson Orin and Intel N97 processors. These components support the robot’s real-time balance and movement adjustments.

The PM01 was first unveiled by EngineAI in December 2024, featuring 24 degrees of freedom and a walking speed of up to 2 meters per second. In February 2025, EngineAI released video evidence of the PM01 performing what was described as the world’s first front flip by a humanoid robot.

EngineAI addressed skepticism regarding the authenticity of its demonstration videos by publishing footage of its larger T800 humanoid robot physically interacting with the company’s CEO. This step was taken to confirm the physical capabilities of its robots in real-world settings.

The PM01’s recent demonstration highlights the robot’s ability to maintain stability under stress and perform complex dynamic motions. The robot’s technical specifications and recorded performances have been documented by multiple technology news outlets and company releases.

* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.