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Tien Kung 3.0 humanoid wins China’s Robot Warrior Challenge with zero human control
A full-size humanoid robot has marked a major step toward real-world autonomy after securing
Unitree’s G1 humanoid robot uses wheels, roller skates, and ice skates in a new demo showing advances in robot mobility and control.
On April 18, the inaugural Beijing Yizhuang Robot Warrior Challenge concluded. Beijing Innovation Center of Humanoid Robotics (X-Humanoid) entered the competition with Embodied Tien Kung 3.0. The full-size general-purpose humanoid robot completed the course fully autonomously,
The android won a race featuring robots and humans on Sunday in Beijing, achieving a technological milestone while finishing faster than any person in history.
A humanoid robot conducts late-night testing in Beijing on April 11, 2026, as it prepares for the upcoming half marathon event held in the city. Photo: VCG. As the capital city sh
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Letter from China: Humanoid robots shatter human record, showcase autonomy at Beijing half marathon
On a crisp Sunday morning, the starting gun rang out at an innovation zone on the southeastern outskirts of Beijing. More than 100 humanoid robotic runners clattered across the starting line, their servos humming with a staccato whir.
Humanoid robots are rapidly improving in motion fluidity, making them more human-like and suitable for complex tasks. Applications range from surgical procedures to manufacturing, with companies like BMW deploying humanoid models on assembly lines.
On the heels of an AI-powered humanoid robot setting the world record in the half-marathon, a study reveals that AI robots have defeated elite players in table tennis.
Chinese researchers have introduced the Unitree G1, a humanoid robot designed to play tennis, showcasing a significant step forward in robotics. Standing at 127 cm with 29 degrees of freedom, the Unitree G1 combines advanced mechanics with a unique 3D ...