Did a Marathon Leave Chinese Robots Without "Underwear"? A Quirky Incident Explained.
23 April 2025 · ·
This weekend's robot marathon in China drew both excitement and criticism as humanoid robots attempted a grueling 21km race, with varying degrees of success. While some performances were comicalâincluding falling down or being flung around by their driversâothers like the winning Tian Gong Ultra demonstrated impressive advancements in robotics technology. The event sparked debate about whether remote-controlled robots can truly be considered "robots" and highlighted both progress and challenges within China's burgeoning robot industry.
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