Robotics firm unveils world's most powerful humanoid robot

Unitree Robotics unveils H1, the "world's most powerful humanoid robot," aspiring to make legged robots as common as smartphones.

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Weighing 100 pounds and standing at 5'11", H1 walks at 3.4 mph, with features like a 3D LiDAR sensor for precise movement and balance.

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H1 is a fully operational robot, excelling at tasks like carrying objects and opening doors, designed with interchangeable, upgradeable components.

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Priced at $150,000, H1 competes as the most cost-effective humanoid robot, challenging the market with its accessibility compared to rivals.

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Pre-orders for H1 are open on Unitree's website, with potential release in 2024, showcasing ongoing efforts to enhance the robot for mass production.

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Robotics firm unveils world's most powerful humanoid robot

Unitree Robotics unveils H1, the "world's most powerful humanoid robot," aspiring to make legged robots as common as smartphones.

Weighing 100 pounds and standing at 5'11", H1 walks at 3.4 mph, with features like a 3D LiDAR sensor for precise movement and balance.

H1 is a fully operational robot, excelling at tasks like carrying objects and opening doors, designed with interchangeable, upgradeable components.

Priced at $150,000, H1 competes as the most cost-effective humanoid robot, challenging the market with its accessibility compared to rivals.

Pre-orders for H1 are open on Unitree's website, with potential release in 2024, showcasing ongoing efforts to enhance the robot for mass production.

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