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xLean TR1 Debuts at IFA 2025

The Future of Cleaning Technology

At the IFA 2025, held from September 5 to 9, xLean Robotics showcased its groundbreaking creation—the xLean TR1, celebrated as the world's first dual-form cleaning robot that merges advanced cleaning capabilities with self-evolving intelligence. Developed by a talented team from the Chinese University of Hong Kong's esteemed Robotics Institute, this innovative device promises to revolutionize the way we clean our homes.

A Transformative Design

The xLean TR1 boasts a unique dual-form design that allows users to effortlessly switch between a fully autonomous robotic cleaner and a handheld device. This transformation is instantaneous due to a specialized electric lock mechanism, which enables users to adapt the robot to various cleaning tasks. When in robot form, the xLean TR1 utilizes its multi-sensor fusion technology and Reinforcement Learning techniques to navigate around furniture and tight spaces with great ease. Its square body design is cleverly engineered to ensure extensive coverage, including tricky corners, aided by its dual-roller mop spinning at an impressive 800 RPM.

Intelligent, Adaptive Cleaning

What sets the xLean TR1 apart is its ability to learn from user interactions. In handheld form, the device not only allows for targeted spot cleaning but also incorporates bi-directional electric assistance, ensuring that tackling messes feels effortless. With features such as an RGB-D camera and green laser sensor, the robot records user preferences and cleaning methods. This data enhances its learning capabilities through a process known as Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF), enabling the device to adapt its cleaning techniques based on real-life user behavior.

Moreover, the data collected is anonymized and stored in the cloud, allowing for updates that continually improve the robot's intelligence via Over-The-Air (OTA) technology. This ensures that the xLean TR1 is always at the forefront of cleaning efficiency and effectiveness.

Revolutionizing the Cleaning Process

One of the most significant challenges in the cleaning world is managing heavy messes, particularly those involving solid-liquid mixtures. Traditional cleaning mechanisms often struggle in these scenarios. However, xLean Robotics introduces the revolutionary Dual-Motor DirectSuction™ mechanism that efficiently handles both solids and liquids simultaneously. This innovative technology incorporates VortexMatrix™ Separation Technology, which took three years of fluid simulations and nearly 40 iterations to develop, allowing effective gas-liquid separation within a slim device structure.

Enhanced Convenience with OMNI Station

To complement the xLean TR1, the recently developed OMNI Station facilitates solid-liquid waste disposal, incorporates a 60°C hot-water flush, and features self-drying capabilities to keep the robot hygienic and maintain its performance. Additionally, user privacy is prioritized with the implementation of a privacy-first camera shutter and advanced vision-LiDAR recognition systems, ensuring a secure cleaning experience.

A Vision for the Future

Founded in 2022, xLean Robotics is composed of a diverse team, including experts with PhDs in robotics and veterans from major tech firms such as DJI and Roborock. The company’s CEO, Kehan Xue, emphasizes their mission: "We're building a new kind of cleaning robot with Self-Evolving Intelligence to solve messes others can't—this is a leap towards general-purpose robotics. Our goal is straightforward: one robot, one task, executed flawlessly."

As the demand for innovative cleaning solutions rises, xLean Robotics is poised to influence the landscape of household cleaning technologies. Attendees at IFA 2025 can get a firsthand experience of the xLean TR1, while a global Kickstarter launch will follow shortly thereafter, making this cutting-edge technology accessible to a wider audience. For more information, visit xLean Robotics and follow them on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to stay updated on their latest developments.