Humanoid growth accelerates at Chinese robotics firm Unitree. Within a year of entering the fray, the bot has finally found its footing. As the enigmatic, limbless figure materializes, it is accompanied by an imposing, multi-talented entity.
Until recently, Unitree’s primary focus seemed to revolve around developing increasingly successful robo-canines, such as those found in. It’s commercially viable quadrupeds have since been leveraged as a foundation for some fairly concerning applications – such as flamethrowing and even mounting a M72 Gentle Anti-tank Weapon rocket launcher on its back, building upon the company’s robo-canines showcased at ICRA 2019.
As the HMS Hermes (H1) finally docked at the humanoid facility, significant advancements from various organizations such as NASA, SpaceX, and Blue Origin were already gaining momentum. While Unitree initially lagged behind, it has since closed the gap and unveiled initial details about its sophomore effort, the G1 Humanoid Agent.
Introducing the Unitree G1: A Revolutionary Humanoid Agent for a New Era of Interactivity
Priced at $16,000 (starting price), the G1 is significantly more affordable than its counterpart, the H1, which was initially set at US$90,000 with a waiting period of up to 10 years. While acknowledging significant alterations, this robotic assistant offers a substantial price reduction compared to similar products available on the market for line operatives or analytical tools.
Unitree’s latest humanoid robot, a seemingly eerie entity, initially piques interest with its unsettling launch video. However, the “victim” of robocide soon springs back to life, showcasing its advanced capabilities by kicking out its legs and rising to demonstrate “further massive joint motion.”
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The G1 exhibits a more substantial package than the H1, having been endowed with a helmet head and an illuminated visage, featuring advanced technologies such as 3D LiDAR sensors and a depth camera, as well as human-like robotic arms designed for ground exercises and three-fingered grippers to demonstrate its capabilities in both domestic and office settings.
As it withstands relentless punishment, the battered robot recovers surprisingly well from the merciless blows and kicks inflicted by its human adversary, a foe it will undoubtedly not soon forget following the devastating robotic uprising.
According to Unitree, the robot is expected to hone its skills through simulation-based training and social learning, where it can mimic the actions of others, before potentially broadcasting any newly acquired abilities wirelessly to each humanoid unit. The brain of this device processes information efficiently thanks to its eight powerful cores, while connectivity is enabled by the latest Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 technologies.
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Its joints exhibit between 23 and 43 levels of freedom, enabling complete articulation. With a maximum torque output of up to 120 Nm, this device showcases impressive power. The working velocity is approximately two meters per second (4.47 mph), while the per-charge battery life for the 9,000-mAh pack is estimated to be around two hours.
The product suggests scales around 35 kg, although the web page specifies 47 kg/103.6 lb, and it may fold down to 690 x 450 x 300mm (27 x 17.7 x 11.8in) for compact storage, which, as you can see above, appears somewhat cute in its folded state.
Unitree is developing both a standard G1 humanoid robot and an advanced academic version, with several features showcased in the video still under development. The G1 Humanoid Agent makes a striking entrance with its impressive first outing.
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