Beijing's Olympic Ice Ribbon arena transformed into a futuristic stage where humanoid robots sprinted, punched, and rewrote the rules of what's possible on two feet—or more.
Speed Meets Agility
On the Ice Ribbon track, humanoids clocked sprints at up to 6.5 meters per second—roughly 23.4 km/h—closing the gap with amateur human athletes. Engineers fine-tuned lightweight actuators to maximize balance on the slick surface.
Fierce Robotic Showdowns
In the combat ring, 25-kilogram bots exchanged strikes generating over 150 Newton-meters of torque per blow, sending shockwaves through the stands and showcasing armored chassis designs.
Real-World Acceleration
Technologists at the event forecast a 30% faster prototype cycle, meaning hospital assistants could navigate hallways more smoothly, factory arms might adapt mid-assembly, and home helpers could handle complex tasks in the near future.
Global Showcase
Fifteen teams from countries and regions across the globe demonstrated everything from powered exoskeleton runners to modular combat platforms, reflecting unprecedented cross-border collaboration in robotics R&D.
Stay tuned as these mechanical athletes push the boundaries of modern robotics—from icy tracks to everyday life.
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Humanoids shatter records, battle fiercely in Beijing's 'Ice Ribbon'
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