Core Viewpoint - Kusa Technology, a provider of urban service robots, has successfully completed a Pre-A round of financing amounting to several tens of millions, aimed at upgrading existing cleaning robots, developing new sanitation robots, and expanding market reach [1][11]. Company Overview - Kusa Technology, established in June 2023, focuses on the research, design, and sales of unmanned operation robots, providing intelligent cloud control platform services [1]. - The company aims to create comprehensive unmanned operation solutions for clients, facilitating the large-scale implementation of unmanned operations [1]. Team and Expertise - The core team includes experienced professionals from top universities and leading companies, with over 50% holding master's or doctoral degrees [5]. - The CEO, Yang Xi, has over 15 years of experience in the chip and automotive electronics industry, having worked for Fortune 500 companies [1]. - The CTO, Tao Sheng, has a strong background in autonomous driving technology, having led the development of the first generation of mass-produced robotaxi technology [3]. Product Development - Kusa Technology has targeted the sanitation sector for commercialization, launching its first unmanned cleaning robot, "Xingjun," within six months of establishment, followed by the second model, "Xingjie," which set a record for product development and commercialization [5][7]. - The upcoming sanitation robot product aims to further expand operational scenarios [5]. Technical Capabilities - The flagship product, "Xingjun," adheres to automotive standards, featuring a 420L water tank and a 1000L garbage bin, with a cleaning speed of 5-10 km/h and an 8-hour continuous operation capability [7]. - Kusa Technology has developed a complete embodied robot technology architecture centered on "perception-decision-execution," integrating AI vision and a proprietary operating system [9][10]. Market Impact and Future Outlook - The introduction of Kusa's unmanned sanitation robots has reportedly reduced operational costs by over 40% and doubled work efficiency compared to industry averages [11][12]. - The company has achieved large-scale deployment in over 20 operational areas across major cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangdong [10].