Twenty-one humanoid robots competed alongside 12,000 human runners in what organizers called the world's first robot-human half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday.
Only six robots completed the 21-kilometer course, with Tiangong Ultra winning at 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Many robots struggled with technical challenges including falls, overheating, and mechanical failures, requiring constant human assistance including battery swaps and cooling sprays.
The robots ran on a separate, fenced-off lane for safety, with some requiring handlers to physically support them during the race.
Despite these limitations, the event successfully showcased the current state of bipedal robotics technology and generated significant public interest.
Only six robots completed the 21-kilometer course, with Tiangong Ultra winning at 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Many robots struggled with technical challenges including falls, overheating, and mechanical failures, requiring constant human assistance including battery swaps and cooling sprays.
The robots ran on a separate, fenced-off lane for safety, with some requiring handlers to physically support them during the race.
Despite these limitations, the event successfully showcased the current state of bipedal robotics technology and generated significant public interest.
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