Core Insights - A company in Hangzhou has improved the lifespan of humanoid robot lead screws to a usable level through cold heading technology, potentially reducing costs to a feasible range [1] - The industry is facing challenges with the precision and lifespan of lead screws used in humanoid robots, leading some companies to consider alternative designs [4][5] Group 1: Technology and Manufacturing - The reverse planetary ball screw structure is complex, requiring compact design and high precision, with most humanoid robots needing P5 precision, which corresponds to an ISO standard of C5 [2] - Cold heading technology has been introduced for micro planetary roller screws, achieving C3 precision and significantly higher efficiency (5 minutes per screw) compared to traditional methods [5][10] - The cold heading process reduces material waste and improves production efficiency, making it a promising solution for lowering costs in the production of micro lead screws [8][10] Group 2: Company Overview - New Coordinates, established in 2002 and listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2017, is a leader in precision cold forging and has expanded its business into automotive and robotics sectors [5][11] - The company has a strong global presence, with manufacturing bases in Europe and North America, and has shown robust revenue growth, with a CAGR of 16.0% from 2020 to 2024 [11] - New Coordinates has developed proprietary equipment for internal thread rolling and hot forming, achieving a material utilization rate of 91%, significantly higher than the industry average [10]