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Integration of Wisdom and Action, Embarking on a New Journey | Huake Run & Zhongou Zhiwei: A Review of the 2025 “IDEAS³” Ecosystem and Market Promotion and Professional Education Initiatives for the Intelligent Woodpecker Miniature Spinal Surgery Robot
As the seasons turn, a new chapter unfolds. The year 2025 marks a pivotal moment as global medical technology advances toward greater intelligence and precision, with the orthopedic surgical robotics sector poised to seize a critical window of opportunity for technological innovation. For Huake Run and its subsidiary, Zhongou Zhiwei, 2025 carries milestone significance: This year marked the official market launch of the Intelligent Woodpecker miniature spinal surgery robot, as well as the inaugural year in which the [ZhiLifang® IDEAS³] intelligent digital advanced ecosystem was fully established and comprehensively rolled out. Throughout the year, the company showcased its technological innovation and clinical value across a range of platforms—exhibitions, academic exchanges, and professional education initiatives—making solid progress in enhancing industry awareness, building clinical trust, fostering collaborative networks, and strengthening its brand image. These efforts have laid a robust foundation for deepening applications in orthopedic surgery and ensuring sustained future growth.
In the international market Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei have successively showcased their offerings at events such as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting and the MEDICA trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, highlighting China’s technological vision and solutions in the field of intelligent orthopedics. They have engaged in extensive and in-depth exchanges with clinical practitioners, earning international recognition for China’s smart manufacturing. In the domestic market Hua Ke Run and Zhongou Zhiwei leveraged key industry events such as the China International Medical Equipment Fair and the Orthopedic Academic Conference of the Chinese Medical Association to comprehensively showcase the cutting-edge intelligent ecosystem of [Zhi Lifang® IDEAS³] and the Smart Woodpecker robot. Through on-site demonstrations and detailed presentations, they successfully engaged a broad audience of clinical experts and industry partners, garnering significant attention and resonating strongly with the technical community. In terms of clinical implementation and professional education Through a series of initiatives—including hosting ecological‑experience salons, participating in domestic and international orthopedic‑technology training programs, and co‑establishing clinical‑technology training centers with leading hospitals—Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei have provided comprehensive, end‑to‑end support for clinical applications, from theory to hands‑on practice. These efforts have effectively fostered industry experts’ and partners’ recognition of and consensus around the [Zhi Lifang® IDEAS³] ecosystem.
2025 has come to a successful close, marked by both diligent effort and fruitful results. On the first working day of 2026, we take this opportunity to reflect on the milestones we’ve achieved in 2025, revisiting the hard work and accomplishments of the past year as we advanced the adoption of intelligent digital technologies.
International Training Course on Comprehensive Minimally Invasive Digital Spine Solutions
From March 8 to 9, 2025, Huake Run and Sino‑European Zhiwei co‑organized and participated in an international training course on comprehensive digital minimally invasive spinal solutions at Phramongkutlao Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. The event brought together 16 physicians from five countries, including Vietnam, Malaysia, and Russia. The curriculum focused on the clinical application of minimally invasive spinal techniques such as the Intelligent Woodpecker robot and angled vertebroplasty. Domestic and international instructors provided systematic instruction on surgical protocols and key technical points, complemented by live demonstrations. By combining academic lectures with hands‑on cadaveric practice, the program successfully delivered a complete educational experience—spanning product‑technology showcases to comprehensive clinical training—for the first time overseas.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting
From March 11 to 13, 2025, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei showcased their full product lineup at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting. As one of the most influential academic events in the global orthopedic field, this year’s AAOS drew more than 20,000 professionals. The companies highlighted a range of offerings, including vertebroplasty systems, spinal internal fixation systems, active devices and consumables, sports medicine products, and minimally invasive spinal surgery robots, thereby demonstrating to the world the technological prowess and innovative achievements of “Made in China.”
The 91st China International Medical Equipment Fair
From April 8 to 11, 2025, during the 91st China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF), Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei jointly unveiled for the first time the complete, publicly displayed ecosystem of their intelligent, digital, cutting-edge orthopedic surgical solution, 【Zhilifang® IDEAS³】, at this major comprehensive medical device exhibition. As the first micro‑orthopedic surgical robot to enter the Innovative Medical Device Green Channel, the Intelligent Woodpecker Robot stole the spotlight at this year’s CMEF, earning the “Most Popular Product” award in the Robotics and Artificial Intelligence category and being named a “Rising Star Product” of the show.
“My Microcosm” Smart Digital Advanced Spine Ecosystem Experience Salon
On June 20–21, 2025, Huake Run and Sino‑European Zhiwei hosted the “My Micro‑World” Smart Digital Advanced Spine Ecosystem Experience Salon in Changsha, bringing together over a hundred renowned orthopedic experts from top hospitals nationwide, along with industry partners, to jointly explore the intelligent, digital, and cutting‑edge spine ecosystem—[ZhiLifang® IDEAS³]—built around micro‑robots and their enabling devices and consumables. The event showcased a broader range of product application scenarios and comprehensive surgical solutions, featuring four thematic exhibition stations: vertebral augmentation technology empowered by the Intelligent Woodpecker robot; posterior approach fixation and fusion for thoracolumbar spine; anterior and posterior decompression, fusion, and fixation for the cervical spine; and spinal endoscopy. These exhibits fully highlighted the Intelligent Woodpecker robot’s capabilities across all surgical approaches, workflows, and ecosystems, earning high praise and unanimous acclaim from attending experts and partners.
International Conference on Medical Technology Cooperation and Exchange, Together with the Eastern Medical Engineering Innovation Forum
On June 21, 2025, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei participated in the International Medical Technology Cooperation Exchange Conference and the Eastern Medical Engineering Innovation Forum, held in Lingang, Shanghai. Centered on the theme of “Belt and Road” medical technology cooperation and the integration of medicine and engineering, the event brought together government, research, clinical, and corporate representatives from more than ten countries, including Russia, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. The company highlighted its Intelligent Woodpecker robot and the [Zhi Lifang® IDEAS³] ecosystem, vividly demonstrating how the robot comprehensively enhances procedures such as vertebroplasty, spinal fusion and internal fixation, as well as active devices and related consumables. The presentation underscored the system’s modular design, ease of deployment, and intelligent capabilities, addressing the diverse market demand for advanced surgical solutions.
The Second China Orthopedic Education Conference
On September 6, 2025, at the Second China Orthopedics Education Conference, during the special session on “Robot-Assisted Digital and Intelligent ACAF Technology,” experts from Shanghai Changzheng Hospital presented the innovative capabilities of the Smart Woodpecker robot‑assisted ACAF procedure, jointly developed with Sino‑European Zhiwei. This functionality provides end-to-end coverage—from preoperative intelligent planning and intraoperative real-time navigation to precise robotic execution—helping to achieve precision, standardization, and智能化 in the critical steps of ACAF surgery, thereby fully demonstrating the Smart Woodpecker robot’s innovative value and clinical advantages in this surgical technique.
The 16th National Conference on Spinal and Spinal Cord Sciences
From September 19 to 21, 2025, during the 16th National Symposium on Spinal and Spinal Cord Disorders, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei, in collaboration with several leading domestic hospitals, jointly established the first batch of “Clinical Training Centers for Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgical Robots” and held a plaque‑presentation ceremony. At the “Special Symposium on Intelligent Digital Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery and Micro‑Surgical Robot Technology,” participating experts exchanged views on the standardized application of robot‑assisted surgery and the development trajectory of intelligent orthopedics.
The 6th International Conference on Clinical Engineering and Healthcare Technology Management and the 10th Global Academic Conference of “International Clinical Engineering Day”
From October 17 to 20, 2025, the Sixth International Conference on Clinical Engineering and Healthcare Technology Management, together with the Tenth Global Academic Conference of “International Clinical Engineering Day,” will be held. Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei will attend, showcasing their intelligent Woodpecker micro‑spinal surgery robot and the [Zhilifang® IDEAS³] smart digital ecosystem. The conference brings together clinical engineering decision-makers, hospital administrators, and industry representatives from more than 110 countries worldwide, serving as a key platform for medical technology translation and international collaboration. As a major highlight of the event, the finals of the Eleventh China Medical Industry Innovation Competition will also take place. Launched in January 2025, the competition has undergone multiple rigorous rounds of selection, including project solicitation, preliminary screening, preliminary rounds, semi‑finals, and more. Ultimately, the intelligent Woodpecker micro‑spinal surgery robot stood out thanks to its distinctive features and technological advantages, earning the highest score across all categories.
International Society for the Study of Scoliosis Practical Course on Solutions for Spinal Deformities
From October 10 to 12, 2025, the “Practical Course on Solutions for Spinal Deformities,” hosted by the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), was held at the Surgical Skills Training Center of the Department of Surgery, The University of Hong Kong. This course focused on the correction of complex cervical and thoracolumbar deformities, as well as a range of highly challenging spinal osteotomies, attracting numerous seasoned surgeons dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of spinal deformities. During the hands-on training sessions, SRS instructors utilized products provided by Huake Run—including anterior cervical fixation systems, posterior cervical fixation systems, and thoracolumbar corrective fixation systems—to deliver demonstrations and detailed explanations to participants from around the world. Throughout the event, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei jointly showcased the 【ZhiLifang® IDEAS³】 ecosystem, systematically demonstrating the intelligent Woodpecker robot’s many innovative features and offering cutting-edge technological support to address the challenges of high‑complexity, high‑risk spinal deformity surgeries.
“Micro‑Technique” International Training Course on Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
From October 29 to 31, 2025, the second session of the “Micro‑Technique” International Training Course on Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery was held in Shanghai. More than twenty international physicians from Brazil, Peru, Mexico, Vietnam, Armenia, Uzbekistan, and other countries, under the guidance of the orthopedic expert team at Tongren Hospital, affiliated with the School of Medicine of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, fully participated in a comprehensive program that included ward rounds, surgical demonstrations, case discussions, theoretical lectures, and hands‑on training, gaining an in-depth understanding of cutting‑edge knowledge and clinical applications in minimally invasive spinal surgery. Guided by the expert team, the international participants observed live procedures such as angled vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty, as well as robot‑assisted vertebroplasty and endoscopic surgery, and engaged in practical exercises using animal specimens. The training also featured a complete overview and demonstration of the full product lines for vertebroplasty, spinal internal fixation, active devices, and consumables.
The 8th China International Import Expo
From November 5 to 10, 2025, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei will participate in the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE). The Intelligent Woodpecker miniature spinal surgery robot, as a flagship representative of cutting-edge medical devices, has become one of the star exhibits in the “Artificial Intelligence and Robotics” section. Its distinctive miniaturized design and intuitive on-site demonstrations vividly illustrate how compact, agile form factors can deliver precision and intelligence in complex spinal surgeries, drawing keen attention from cross‑disciplinary audiences, global media, and potential partners.
The 24th Orthopedic Academic Conference of the Chinese Medical Association and the 17th COA Annual Scientific Meeting
From November 13 to 15, 2025, the 17th COA Annual Scientific Conference—the largest annual academic event in China’s orthopedic field—served as a platform for Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei to showcase their year‑long innovations. The exhibition booth was themed around the “ZhiLiFang® IDEAS³” ecosystem, systematically presenting end-to-end solutions for vertebroplasty, spinal endoscopy, and internal fixation–fusion, all empowered by robotics. A comprehensive display area also highlighted products and solutions in sports medicine and spine surgery. During the conference, numerous specialized lectures were held, including the “ZhiLiFang® Intelligent Digital Advanced Spine Ecosystem Surgical Lecture Series,” which focused on the clinical applications of minimally invasive spinal surgical robots in cutting‑edge procedures. Drawing on real‑world cases, experts thoroughly explained the clinical value of robotic technology in ACAF, spinal fixation and fusion, and various advanced endoscopic techniques, vividly demonstrating its advantages in enhancing surgical precision and safety, while engaging in an in‑depth discussion of future technological trends.
Düsseldorf International Medical Devices Exhibition, Germany
From November 17 to 20, 2025, Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei participated in MEDICA, the International Medical Devices Exhibition held in Düsseldorf, Germany. This year’s event brought together more than 5,300 exhibitors from approximately 70 countries worldwide, with robotics and automation emerging as key highlights. Huake Run and Zhongou Zhiwei showcased their product lines, including vertebroplasty, spinal internal fixation, sports medicine, active medical devices, and consumables. At the same time, they presented to a global audience of industry professionals the vision and development roadmap of the [Zhilifang® IDEAS³] smart, digital orthopedic surgery ecosystem.
The 5th Orthopedic Robotics and Minimally Invasive Surgery Training Course at Beijing Century Altar Hospital
On December 27, 2025, Beijing Century Tan Hospital, affiliated with Capital Medical University, successfully hosted the fifth Orthopedic Robotics and Minimally Invasive Surgery Training Course. This was the first robotics‑focused educational program to cover the entire procedural workflow since the launch of the Intelligent Woodpecker miniature spinal surgery robot, employing a comprehensive approach that combined surgical observation, theoretical lectures, and specialized seminars to provide in‑depth instruction on both theory and hands‑on practice. During the surgical demonstration sessions, the Intelligent Woodpecker robot assisted in performing a variety of procedures, including open reduction and CBT screw fixation for lumbar spondylolisthesis, posterior‑approach lumbar discectomy under spinal endoscopy, and percutaneous vertebroplasty. In the theoretical lecture portion, hospital experts systematically explained the technical principles and standardized operating protocols of surgical robots, and, drawing on clinical cases, highlighted specific application strategies in complex spinal surgeries, further underscoring the technology’s pivotal role in advancing the intelligent evolution of spinal surgery. Through a series of surgical demonstrations and thematic lectures, this training fully showcased the Intelligent Woodpecker miniature spinal surgery robot’s product philosophy and technological advantages—covering all procedures, every step of the workflow, and the entire ecosystem.
Looking back on every step we’ve taken toward 2025—whether it’s the standout moments at international trade shows, the meticulous cultivation of clinical training, the vibrant exchange of ideas at academic forums, or the responsive feedback from the front lines of the market—we have heard the global community’s recognition of China’s intelligent manufacturing, gained insight into the diverse needs of different markets for medical innovation, felt the pressing anticipation of clinicians for precision‑medicine technologies, and reaped the bountiful results of technology implementation along with the unwavering confidence to expand into global markets.
In 2025, for us, it will be a year of deep cultivation—and also a year of breaking new ground. Every step forward is laying a solid foundation for the intelligent future of orthopedics. Looking ahead to 2026, we will continue to center on the [ZhiLifang® IDEAS³] ecosystem, fully refining our intelligent digital diagnosis and treatment ecosystem, driving the sustained implementation and widespread adoption of comprehensive orthopedic solutions, deepening academic collaborations and co‑innovation with medical institutions, and expanding further into primary care settings and an array of specialized clinical scenarios. We will drive the precision and universal accessibility of orthopedics through continuous technological innovation, ensuring that the benefits of smart healthcare reach every patient in need.
At the dawn of the new year, we press forward without pause, advancing steadily toward lasting success. In 2026, brimming with confidence, we set out once again on a new journey.
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