Chinese Humanoid Robots Surpass Usain Bolt’s 100m Record at World Robot Games
The World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing showcased over 2,000 humanoid robots competing in 51 events, including sprinting, football, and industrial tasks. Notably, Chinese robots Tiangong Ultra and Honor's Lightning ran the 100 metres in 9.39 and 9.47 seconds respectively, surpassing Usain Bolt's human record of 9.58 seconds, though both collided with safety mats at the finish. The competition tests robots' speed, dexterity, and autonomy in real-world scenarios, highlighting China's leading role in humanoid robotics development.
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thetribune broke this story on 23 Aug, 03:35 am. Other outlets followed.