A Chinese tech company has unveiled its latest cutting-edge humanoid robots that possess the capability to withstand attacks and swiftly recover within moments.
Unitree showcased its G1 humanoid robot engaging in combat scenarios with a human, following the recent reveal of its Go2 robot dog resembling Spot. Both robots were showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show, highlighting the advancements in technology with robots executing various tasks.
The formidable G1 humanoid robot was observed in combat, enduring multiple strikes. The Chinese robot quickly regains its footing after each hit, exhibiting agility comparable to a skilled fighter. Equipped with advanced visual recognition, the robots could potentially be utilized in fire rescue operations due to their quick response, long-range scouting abilities, and reliability.
Unitree’s promotion video detailed the rigorous physical challenges the G1 humanoid robot underwent, simulating a sparring session rather than a controlled lab setting. The robot endured shoves, kicks, and knocks, yet consistently regained its stance, attributed to its innovative anti-gravity mode enabling rapid recovery and adaptive responses.
Distinguished by its proactive approach to maintaining balance and swift recovery, the G1 robot’s movements are described as fluid, natural, and athletic, resembling instinctive human reactions to external forces.
In related developments, a US study raised concerns about China potentially developing an army of highly resilient soldiers akin to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Terminator, blending human and artificial intelligence to create genetically enhanced PLA super-soldiers by the 2040s. The urgency to address this emerging technology was emphasized following the release of the report by the The Charting the Future of Biotechnology document.
Previously, alarming CCTV footage captured an incident in which a robot appeared to awaken in a factory, violently attempting to break free from its restraints by thrashing its arms. The intense reaction of the robot, causing damage and chaos, evoked fear among onlookers and stirred discussions on the potential consequences of advanced technology.
As the handlers intervened to contain the robot in a Chinese factory setting, observers voiced concerns about the implications of such advanced technology, expressing unease about the potential risks associated with pushing the boundaries of technological advancement.