Tiangong: the first all-electric humanoid robot capable of running at 6km per hour

A unique humanoid robot, Tiangong, has been unveiled in Beijing. It is the world's first all-electric robot capable of running at a speed of up to 6 kilometres per hour.

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The development belongs to the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Centre. The Tiangong robot is 163cm tall and weighs 43kg. Due to its lightweight design, it is able to run steadily. The robot is equipped with multiple visual sensors, a high-precision inertial measurement unit (IMU) and 3D video sensors, enabling it to effectively navigate its surroundings.

In addition, the robot is equipped with high-precision six-dimensional force sensors for accurate force feedback. "Tiangong" uses a new method for teaching humanoid robot movements called State Memory-based Predictive Reinforcement Imitation Learning. This method played a key role in the robot achieving the ability to run naturally.

The developers emphasised that the robot is open source and compatible, ensuring its potential for various application scenarios. "Tiangong successfully managed to navigate slopes and stairs even without visual input, demonstrating its ability to adapt to changing conditions. It also demonstrated dexterity by correcting its step when encountering obstacles or uneven terrain.

The emergence of Tiangong is a significant advancement in the development of humanoid robots. Its ability to run naturally opens the door for potential applications in a variety of fields, including search and rescue, disaster response, and the manufacturing industry. While further research and development will likely be required, Tiangong represents an encouraging step towards more versatile and adaptive humanoid robots in the future.

Source: MyDrivers