There has been a breakthrough for China’s humanoid robots in real-world tasks at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The humanoid robots have shown that they can run faster than some of the fastest runners in the world.
Humanoid Robots Can Outrun Humans, But Can They Handle Real-World Tasks?
The five-day event began on Saturday and features 51 events. It has 30 events involving sports games and 21 practical life activities. Over 40% of the events will need the robots to work autonomously. The testing is aimed at highlighting how the robots can be used in factories, restaurants, office spaces, and other areas.
There has been a breakthrough for China’s humanoid robots at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The robots have shown that they can run faster than some of the fastest runners in the world.
Read more: China Unveils AI-Powered Robots Capable of Climbing Vertical Walls
A humanoid robot also ran 400 metres in 39.7 seconds, faster than Wayde van Niekerk’s human world record of 43.03 seconds. Xu Qiaosheng, a robotics investor, said this year’s contest is more difficult than last year, as robots must manage their batteries and control heat better. The Meta Robot Startup Acquisition also highlights the growing interest in humanoid robotics and the wider tech industry.
Real-World Tasks Are the Bigger Test
Looking fast and impressive might be easy for a robot, but routine work can be challenging. The angle of a cable might be off, packages can shift positions, and an object can be slightly out of reach. Such seemingly simple obstacles prove whether a robot is able to perceive the object, manipulate its hands properly, apply appropriate force, and correct errors on its own.
The list of challenges includes EV charging, restaurant tasks, industrial assembly, material loading, and hand manipulation. One cable connection challenge tests the robot’s vision and movement, showing the progress of humanoid robot technology.
Read more: Pakistan Reaches Medical Milestone with Successful Robotic Whipple Operation
More Tests for Humanoid Robots
The robots will participate in other competitions like tug-of-war, weightlifting, Tai Chi, and pitch pot. In addition to that, there are also challenges involving factories, offices, restaurants, and emergencies.
The robotics firms have noted that the true worth of these machines lies in their ability to address practical challenges. Yu Chao, the CEO of Beijing-based Lumos Robotics, said that running and jumping alone would not improve work efficiency. This is also why Robot Rental Services for Businesses are becoming important for companies looking to use robots for practical tasks.
Galbot from Beijing is also planning an autonomous humanoid tennis game where the robots will compete in both singles and doubles. The robots will be tracking the ball and playing serve-and-return matches. However, the ultimate challenge for the robotics companies will happen after the competition. News source eTimes Pakistan.
