Fried Chicken Robot ‘ROBERT-E’ a New Revolution in the Chicken Market Wins Over Yoo Jae-suk
Automated Technology by Levoarte Gaining Attention on ‘Sixth Sense’—Boosts Efficiency and Protects Workers Health
Food tech company Levoarte has introduced a groundbreaking innovation in the chicken market with its frying robot ROBERT-E. The company’s founder CEO Kang Ji-young unveiled this technology at the 2024 Women Inventors Expo where it garnered significant attention. At the expo Kang explained how ROBERT-E automates the chicken frying process protecting workers health and drastically improving operational efficiency for restaurants.
Inspired by the success of U.S. food tech company Spyce Kang was convinced that robotic cooking technology could also thrive in Korea. In 2018 she founded Levoarte focusing on the frying process a critical element in the chicken industry. Her efforts led to the launch of the Robert Chicken brand which successfully commercialized the technology through real restaurant operations.
The robot gained widespread attention after appearing on the variety show Sixth Sense where renowned host Yoo Jae-suk tasted the robot-cooked chicken. Since then it has been featured in other popular programs such as Love Always and sparked public interest. Additionally Levoarte has collaborated with GS Retail to install ROBERT-E at GS25 flagship stores in Dongnae Busan and GS The Fresh in Geomdan New Town where it is operating successfully.
Levoarte’s robot development is not just a technological breakthrough but also a human-centered innovation. CEO Kang focused on addressing health issues faced by workers such as respiratory problems and carpal tunnel syndrome caused by oil splatters and long working hours during frying. By automating these hazardous tasks the robot proves that technology can provide real tangible value.
Kang emphasizes that robotic technology can contribute to more than just convenience—it can also protect the health and safety of people. By automating the chicken frying process ROBERT-E helps resolve health issues among workers and is expected to create better working conditions in the long term. This technology is anticipated to make daily work environments safer and more efficient for everyone.
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