# Elf Xuan: AheadForm humanoid robot Canonical ID: `a465b41a-7bdc-4482-95ae-ef3f983fa692` - **Slug:** aheadform-elf-xuan - **Form factor:** humanoid ([Humanoids](/humanoids)) - **Maturity stage:** prototype - **Lifecycle:** active - **Deployments registered:** 2 ## Specs - **class:** bionic humanoid robot - **series:** Elf - **features:** ["expressive face","moving eyes","synchronized speech","articulated arms","metal body"] - **actuators:** high-performance brushless micro motors - **chinese_name:** 精灵·璇 - **notable_demo:** Performed at Robot Wonder Night (2026-02-08), organized by Zhiyuan Robotics ## Deployments - [aheadform-elf-xuan-robot-wonder-night-2026](/deployments/aheadform-elf-xuan-robot-wonder-night-2026.md) at Beijing, China (id: `d83561d2-f750-457a-a0ff-d921e1128442`) - [aheadform-elf-xuan-wrc-2026-beijing](/deployments/aheadform-elf-xuan-wrc-2026-beijing.md) at Beijing, China (id: `c794dd2f-5e59-461b-9585-972c91eed795`) ## Supply chain _No verified supply relationships on file. Supply-chain coverage is being added across the registry; check back as the seed populates this model's suppliers._ _Suppliers appear when verified with at least two strong sources. Sources are append-only; corrections add new sources rather than rewrite history._ ## Common questions ### What is Elf Xuan? Bionic humanoid robot with a metal body and articulated arms, part of AheadForm's Elf series (which also includes Iridium). Features expressive facial capabilities with moving eyes and synchronized speech for human-robot interaction. Uses high-performance brushless micro motors. Performed the original song 'Undefined Relationship' at the 'Robot Wonder Night' robot gala on 8 February 2026, organized by Zhiyuan Robotics. Chinese name: 精灵·璇. ### How much does Elf Xuan cost? Elf Xuan's price is not publicly disclosed. DEPLOY has no verified price on record for Elf Xuan from AheadForm. Physical-AI systems like this are often sold through enterprise contracts or operated as a service rather than at a public list price; check the manufacturer for the latest. ### Is Elf Xuan actually deployed in the real world? Yes. Elf Xuan is independently verified in real-world operation on the DEPLOY registry, confirmed at named deployment sites with primary sources: not a concept, render, or demo-only. ### Who makes Elf Xuan? Elf Xuan is made by AheadForm, based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2024. ### Where is Elf Xuan deployed? 2 verified deployments of Elf Xuan are on the DEPLOY registry, including at Beijing, China. ### Can you buy Elf Xuan? Elf Xuan is at prototype stage and is not yet available for sale. ### What are alternatives to Elf Xuan? On the DEPLOY registry, comparable humanoid robots to Elf Xuan include Walker S2, Digit, Apollo, HMND 01 Alpha Wheeled. ### How does Elf Xuan compare to Walker S2? Elf Xuan and Walker S2 (UBTech Robotics · 17 deployments) are both humanoid robots on the DEPLOY registry. Elf Xuan has 2 verified deployments on record. Compare both records for specs, safety, deployments, and verified-vs-claimed autonomy. ### What is Elf Xuan's maturity stage? Elf Xuan is at the prototype stage on the DEPLOY maturity ladder (research, prototype, pilot, commercial, production). 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