What happened?
(CMG World Robot Contest · Series) took place in Hangzhou, China, featuring four humanoid robots equipped with mobility and AI control systems, all operated by humans.
The 'human-machine collaborative' fighting method tests not only the hardware structure and agility of the machines but also the remote control technology, AI decision-making modules, and algorithmic real-time responsiveness.
According to data from the China Electronics Society, it is expected that by 2030, the market size of humanoid robots in China will reach 870 billion yuan (approximately 120 billion USD).
Humanoid robot fighting competition has arrived
Recently, a humanoid robot fighting competition took place in Hangzhou, China, organized by China Central Television (CMG) and named (CMG World Robot Contest · Series), featuring four humanoid robots equipped with mobility and AI control systems.
According to foreign media reports, the competition is similar to mixed martial arts (MMA), with moves including jabs, hooks, knee strikes, side kicks, flips, and other diverse techniques, showcasing the agility and tactical performance of the robots.
This competition resembles the plot of the movie 'Real Steel,' with four participating robots controlled by humans, battling in the arena in groups. The latest model 'Unitree G1' from the well-known Chinese robot manufacturer 'Unitree Robotics' is the focus of the event.
The G1 stands approximately 1.32 meters tall and weighs 35 kilograms, featuring high computing performance and precise motion control, designed to adapt to complex environments where human movement is difficult. This competition also serves as a verification of its body coordination, motion stability, battlefield response, and AI control capabilities.
The market size of humanoid robots in China is expanding
The organizers stated that this competition represents a new stage in the integration of AI and combat sports. All participating robots have integrated technologies independently developed in China.
Members of the Unitree marketing team pointed out that these humanoid robots can perform various actions, from jabs and hooks to aerial roundhouse kicks, all controlled in real-time by human players. This 'human-machine collaboration' fighting method tests not only the hardware structure and agility of the machines but also the remote control technology, AI decision-making modules, and algorithmic real-time responsiveness.
According to foreign media reports, China's robotics industry is in a rapidly developing stage. According to data from the China Electronics Society, it is expected that by 2030, the market size of humanoid robots in China will reach 870 billion yuan (approximately 120 billion USD), with entertainment, education, industrial, and household robots becoming key application scenarios.
Currently, in addition to Unitree, companies such as AgiBot, Booster Robotics, and EngineAI are also actively planning the next generation of humanoid robots.
Although the participating robots still require human control, with the continuous advancement of deep learning and perception decision-making technologies, we can expect to see more robot fighters with autonomous learning, tactical adjustment, and real-time response capabilities emerge in the future. In fact, some netizens have begun to fantasize about the possibility of 'robots surpassing human fighters.'
Source: Decrypt, Global Times
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