Robot RAIBO 2 Runs 42 km Faster Than Average Human Marathon Time

Robot RAIBO 2 

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KAIST's 42-kilogram quadruped robot RAIBO 2 ran 42.195 kilometers at Sangju Marathon without recharging, beating average London Marathon times by 7 minutes.

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How did RAIBO 2 conquer two 50-meter elevation gains after failing its first marathon attempt in September?

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AI-powered systems store kinetic energy from downhill sections, while dual cameras and joint sensors optimize power consumption for marathon distances.

Professor Hwangbo Je-min's team pushed RAIBO 2's straight-line running capacity to 67 kilometers, surpassing Boston Dynamics' Spot robot capabilities.

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What pushed this four-legged robot from depleting its battery at 37 kilometers to completing a full marathon run?

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RaiSim training prepared RAIBO 2 for varied terrains including slopes, stairs, and icy surfaces before its marathon success.

KAIST collaborated with RAION ROBOTICS to solve complex stability challenges from repeated ground impacts and vibrations.

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PhD student Choongin Lee confirms RAIBO 2's potential for urban delivery and patrol services among crowds and obstacles.

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While humanoid robot Tiangong paces Beijing's half-marathon runners, RAIBO 2 proves quadruped endurance across challenging terrains.

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