Humanoid robots from the Chinese company Unitree have been in the news more than once - they do somersaults, can dance, crack nuts and make toast. A recent update to the control algorithm has expanded the G1's balance capabilities and movement repertoire, giving the robot kung fu skills. Considering that the manufacturer often demonstrates the capabilities of its products in public places, the Chinese should be careful when going out on the streets.
It should be noted that at the end of the video the manufacturer recommends that owners “refrain from making dangerous modifications or using the robot in a dangerous way“, which, to put it mildly, is in slight contrast to the content of the video.
Robotics technology is advancing at an alarmingly fast pace. In early March 2024, the Unitree H1 robot set a world speed record for a full-size humanoid robot. In late March, it became the world's first humanoid robot to perform a backflip without the use of hydraulics.
In early February 2025, Unitree demonstrated 16 of its H1 humanoid robots dancing wildly alongside human dancers at a Chinese New Year gala. The robots not only moved in unison with the humans, but also flawlessly performed complex acrobatic tricks.
Given the G1's recent advances in martial arts, one wonders if the creators should have punched and kicked the robot? After all, he might want revenge.
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