Chinese Robots Run First Humanoid Half-Marathon, Lose by a Mile
Over 20 humanoid robots competed in the world’s first robot half-marathon in Beijing, showcasing China’s advancements in humanoid technology. While technologically impressive, the robots, including the winning Tiangong Ultra, significantly lagged behind human runners, completing the course in over two hours. Despite this, the winning team’s chief technology officer claimed their robot’s performance rivaled Western models. The event highlighted both the progress and limitations of current humanoid robotics.
John Q. Hosedrinker