The Embodied Artificial Intelligence Robotics Innovation Center in China has unveiled an open-source initiative for its latest creation, the \"Tiangong\" humanoid robot. Claiming to be the first full-sized humanoid robot capable of running like a human on purely electric power, Tiangong marks a significant milestone in robotics technology.
Tiangong boasts an average speed of 10 kilometers per hour and can reach up to 12 kilometers per hour, setting a new benchmark in its class. The robot is designed to navigate a variety of terrains seamlessly, including slopes, stairs, grass, gravel, and sand, demonstrating exceptional versatility and adaptability.
The open-source initiative aims to foster secondary development of humanoid robots, accelerating their integration into everyday human life. By making Tiangong's technology accessible, the Innovation Center seeks to collaborate with universities, research institutes, integrators, and organizations worldwide that specialize in humanoid robotics development.
In addition to Tiangong, the Innovation Center is advancing other projects such as the whole-body collaborative intelligent cerebellum platform and the multifunctional intelligent body platform, \"Kaiwu.\" These platforms are pivotal in driving breakthroughs in intelligent technology and industrial collaboration, positioning China at the forefront of the global robotics industry.
Through this initiative, the Innovation Center envisions the creation of the most influential intelligent open-source community, fostering innovation and collaboration on a global scale. This move not only highlights China's commitment to advancing robotics but also its dedication to building a connected and technologically integrated future.
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China launches open-source initiative for 'Tiangong' humanoid robot
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