Chinese humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt 100m record
China's Tiangong Ultra humanoid completed 100 metres in 8.64 seconds in Beijing, shaving more than nine tenths off Usain Bolt's 9.58-second human world record and averaging almost 42 kph. The developer said lighter torso and waist parts, improved motors, and updated control software increased cadence, producing over 50 short steps versus Bolt's 41. The robot had a slow, upright start and waited about a second to begin moving, and it crashed into a padded wall after sustaining top speed. The run signals a milestone in humanoid locomotion while highlighting limits in starts, perception and decision making.
A Chinese humanoid ran 100 m in 8.64 seconds.
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Engineers redesigned the robot's torso, waist and motors to reduce weight and increase control. The robot ran faster but showed a delayed upright start and could not stop safely. Developers may next test better starts, perception and…
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