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?
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.
What pushed this four-legged robot from depleting its battery at 37 kilometers to completing a full marathon run?
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.
PhD student Choongin Lee confirms RAIBO 2's potential for urban delivery and patrol services among crowds and obstacles.
While humanoid robot Tiangong paces Beijing's half-marathon runners, RAIBO 2 proves quadruped endurance across challenging terrains.
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