New Record for Humanoid Robot Tiangong Ultra
The humanoid robot Tiangong Ultra has set a new record by running 100 meters in 9.39 seconds at a competition in Beijing. This result surpasses Usain Bolt's world record of 9.58 seconds, set in 2009. Tiangong Ultra, developed by the Beijing Center for Humanoid Robot Innovations, significantly improved its performance, as it ran this distance in 21.5 seconds last year.
Competition Results and Stability Issues
During the competition, Tiangong Ultra outpaced the Lightning robot from Honor, which covered 100 meters in 9.47 seconds. As part of the World Humanoid Robot Games, taking place from August 22 to 26, Lightning also demonstrated impressive results, winning the half marathon with a time of 50 minutes and 26 seconds.
However, during the races, humanoid robots faced stability issues. After finishing, some crashed into protective mats, and some required assistance from people. The competition, which involves thousands of robots, includes various disciplines such as:
- running
- soccer
- table tennis
- boxing
The results of the competition show significant progress in the development of humanoid robot technologies, which are increasingly approaching human capabilities in physical competitions. The success of Tiangong Ultra may stimulate further investment in robotics research and development, as well as increase interest in such events among a wide audience. However, stability issues indicate that despite the achievements, challenges still remain that need to be addressed to enhance the reliability of robots in competition settings.
The advancements in humanoid robotics are evident not only in Tiangong Ultra's record-breaking sprint but also in other impressive performances. For instance, another remarkable robot has demonstrated extraordinary capabilities, achieving two-meter jumps and surpassing Bolt's speed. To learn more about this innovative creation and its incredible feats, check out the details in our article about China's 'Superman' robot that leaps and runs faster than Usain Bolt.