Unitree, a Chinese robotics company, has released a video showcasing the impressive agility and balance of its G1 humanoid robot. In the 15-second clip, the robot kicks a baton out of a human’s hand while performing a 720-degree turn, demonstrating its advanced capabilities in movement and balance. The G1 robot is trained using Nvidia’s Isaac Simulator, where it learns complex skills through reinforcement learning before applying them in the real world.
This training has enabled the G1 to execute a wide range of movements effectively, including kung-fu moves, as demonstrated in a previous video. The G1 robot features 23 degrees of freedom and improved stability, allowing it to perform complex tasks with high precision.
Unitree’s G1 agility showcased
Designed for challenging and repetitive tasks in homes, factories, and hospitals, the G1 reflects Unitree’s vision of humanoid robots as practical work and life companions. The robot stands at 4.33 feet tall, weighs 77 lbs, and is equipped with advanced technologies such as 3D LiDAR, a RealSense depth camera, and a noise-canceling microphone array for voice commands. Unitree’s commitment to innovation is further evidenced by its release of an open-source full-body dataset, which aims to enhance the natural movement of its robots, including the G1 model.
This dataset uses advanced motion capture technology to enable lifelike movement, optimizing motion through a redirection algorithm that integrates posture constraints and velocity limits. The release of this dataset is intended to drive innovation and exploration of new applications for humanoid robots, encouraging researchers and enthusiasts to develop dynamic, human-like interactions.
Unitree’s ongoing advancements highlight the increasing potential and versatility of humanoid robots, enhancing their role in various real-world scenarios.
