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Hong Kong Centre For Logistics Robotics Limited

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62 Potential

Decision Maker

Ms. Elizabeth Ko
ek@hkclr.hk
+852 38445040
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Raw Description
The Hong Kong Centre for Logistics Robotics (HKCLR) was established in 2020 by The Chinese University of Hong Kong, with research contributions from the University of California, Berkeley. The Centre focuses on the research and development (R&D) of robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for “future workplace” as well as innovative solutions to the “pressing problems” in the logistics industry. In particular, HKCLR aims to advance robot intelligence in terms of | • Smart Perception; | • Smart Interactions; | • Smart Manipulation; and | • Smart Moving. | The research team is composed of distinguished professors from the two universities and accomplished Ph.D. degree holders across world-leading universities. The Centre is dedicated to pursuing innovative breakthroughs in ready-for-use robotics and AI technologies via close collaboration with academic and industrial stakeholders throughout Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and Mainland China. It is expected that the Centre will foster the leading role of the local logistics industry in GBA and Mainland China, meanwhile enhancing its competitive edge in the global arena.

Strategic Analysis

Executive Brief

The Hong Kong Centre for Logistics Robotics (HKCLR) is a premier R&D hub focused on high-performance robotics and AI for the logistics sector. Their work centers on hardware-intensive tasks: high-speed perception (Lidar/Vision), autonomous movement (AGVs/AMRs), and precision manipulation. As they move from lab prototypes to "ready-for-use" industrial solutions, they face extreme engineering bottlenecks in thermal throttling of AI edge-compute, sensor degradation in harsh environments, and mechanical wear of end-effectors.

Strategic Fit & Lead Score

Lead Score: 62/100 (Adjacent Tech / Strong R&D Potential)

Why this Score? While HKCLR is not a diamond-native company, their "Smart Moving" and "Smart Perception" pillars rely on high-power density electronics and sensitive optical arrays. As a research center funded by CUHK and UC Berkeley, they are ideal candidates for Consulting and Custom MPCVD System sales to develop proprietary diamond-enhanced robotic components (e.g., Diamond-on-GaN motor controllers or diamond-shielded Lidar).

6C Solutions Proposal

Application Area 6C Solution Technical Value Prop
Edge AI Thermal Mgmt PCD Heat Spreaders Logistics AI requires high-intensity computing in fanless, sealed enclosures. Diamond (2000 W/mK) outperforms copper by 5x, preventing thermal throttling in robot "brains."
Lidar & Vision Systems Optical Grade SCD/PCD Windows Logistics robots operate in dusty/abrasive warehouses. Diamond windows are chemically inert and have a Mohs hardness of 10, protecting sensors from scratches while maintaining 99% IR transparency.
High-Speed Actuators Custom Diamond Coating Reducing friction and wear in high-frequency robotic grippers and joints. 6C's direct coating services extend the MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) of moving parts in "Smart Manipulation."
Power Electronics Diamond-on-GaN Integration AGVs/AMRs require high-efficiency motor controllers. Diamond substrates enable GaN power devices to run at higher current densities with passive cooling, reducing battery drain and weight.
In-house Materials R&D Custom MPCVD Reactor Build As an R&D center, HKCLR can bring diamond growth in-house using 6C's proprietary reactor designs to develop "Smart Sensors" or quantum-ready logistics tracking.

Engagement Hooks

  • Technical Question: "As your AGVs move toward higher payload capacities and faster cycle times, how are you addressing the thermal bottleneck in your motor drivers and edge-AI processing units where traditional heat sinks fail to meet the volume-to-weight ratio?"
  • Value Statement: "6C can help HKCLR transition from lab-scale robotics to industrial-grade durability by integrating MPCVD diamond coatings and thermal spreaders that are virtually indestructible and thermally unmatched."

Material Specifications for HKCLR R&D

  • Thermal Conductivity: >2000 W/mK (Isotropic).
  • Optical Bandgap: 5.47 eV (Wide transparency from UV to Far-IR).
  • Surface Roughness: Ra < 1nm (Post-polishing for SCD).
  • Hardness: ~100 GPa.
  • Chemical Stability: Resistant to all industrial acids and solvents found in logistics/warehouse environments.