Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the participation of Zhifang in the WAIC 2025 with its general-purpose robot AlphaBot, showcasing its capabilities across various scenarios, indicating a strategic approach to enhance data diversity for model training [1][4]. Company Overview - Zhifang was established in April 2023, founded by Dr. Guo Yandong, who previously held senior positions at XPeng Motors and OPPO, leading the development of intelligent systems used in numerous smart vehicles and consumer electronics [3]. - The company has successfully integrated its robots into four core sectors: automotive manufacturing, semiconductor, biotechnology, and public services, establishing deep partnerships with leading enterprises in these fields [4]. Product and Technology - AlphaBot has been operational in factories since last year, with an expected delivery of 500 units this year. It is deployed in various tasks such as material handling and quality inspection in different industries [4]. - The robot is equipped with the GOVLA large model, enhancing its functionality in automotive manufacturing and biotechnology, where it performs tasks in sterile environments [4]. Market Strategy - Zhifang's strategy involves deploying robots across multiple scenarios simultaneously, contrasting with the common approach of focusing on a single application. This method aims to improve data diversity, which is beneficial for training the embodied large model [5]. - The company believes that general-purpose robots should complement existing automation equipment rather than replace them, addressing the labor shortages in factories where traditional automation cannot fully meet demands [6]. Future Outlook - The first factory of Zhifang is set to be completed in September this year, with projections indicating a shipment of around 10,000 units by 2028 based on current commercialization progress [7].