Unitree G1the new humanoid robot as tall as a child, is making headlines thanks to its competitive price of $16,000. This robotdesigned as an AI avatar, represents an accessible option in the advanced robotics landscape.
Features and Functionality
The G1with its 1.3 meters in height, is significantly cheaper than other models from the same Unitree, such as the H1 which costs well $90,000. Despite its small size, the G1 comes with some interesting features:
- Movement autonomy: manages to stand up independently from a horizontal position using a unique technique that uses the support of the head on the floor.
- Stability: is capable of maintaining balance even when pushed or hit.
- Cutting-edge components: Includes an Intel RealSense D435 depth camera and a Livox-MID360 lidar.
The G1 has one 9000 mAh battery which guarantees approximately two hours of autonomy and can move at a maximum speed of 2 meters per second. However, its lifting capacity is limited to 2kg.
Unitree G1: performance and limitations
Despite his small size may represent a limit in some situations, the G1 offers interesting performance for its price. For example, its stability and autonomy make it an ideal candidate for grassroots activities and development projects.
However, the versatility of the G1 it is still in development. A video The company’s promotional campaign shows the robot struggling with everyday tasks such as cracking a nut or opening a bottle of Coca-Cola, with results that are not always effective. This highlight that despite the design’s innovative intentions, there is still much work to be done to refine its operational capabilities.
The Unitree G1 represents a step forward towards more accessible humanoid robots, but still features obvious limitations and challenges to overcome to become a truly useful tool in daily life. Its potential and price competitive they might attract technology and programming enthusiasts, but further development will be required to meet everyday practical needs.
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