Core Insights - The marathon featuring humanoid robots marks a milestone for China's humanoid robot industry, transitioning from "catching up" to "leading" [1] - The event serves as a practical test for humanoid robots' motion control, sensing technology, energy endurance, and environmental adaptability [1][2] - The competition highlights the importance of advanced algorithms and dynamic adjustments in joint torque for effective motion control in humanoid robots [1] Group 1: Technological Advancements - Motion control technology is a critical challenge for humanoid robots, requiring precise coordination of joints during activities like running [1] - Sensing technologies such as 3D vision, distance perception, and obstacle avoidance are essential for ensuring the robots' safety and performance [2] - The marathon serves as a "magnifying glass" to expose various issues in humanoid robots' capabilities, guiding targeted technological improvements [2] Group 2: Industry Implications - The event is designed to enhance the application of humanoid robots across various sectors, including industrial manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and household tasks [2] - Successfully completing the marathon is seen as a step towards overcoming the final challenges for the practical deployment of humanoid robots in real-world scenarios [2]

Core Insights - The event marked the world's first humanoid robot half marathon, showcasing the capabilities and advancements in humanoid robotics [1][18] - The competition involved diverse humanoid robots with varying designs and sizes, raising questions about fair performance measurement [2][4] - The race highlighted the essential differences between humanoid robots and traditional industrial and service robots, particularly in terms of structure, control complexity, and application scenarios [11][13][15] Group 1: Competition Details - The race route spanned approximately 21 kilometers, requiring humanoid robots to perform around 250,000 precise joint movements [1] - The competition featured 20 teams, with robots of different heights and designs, including a 1.8-meter tall robot and a 75 cm tall robot [2] - The rules for battery replacement were established, allowing for continuous timing during battery swaps, but imposing penalties for robot changes [4] Group 2: Performance and Results - The TianGong humanoid robot won the race, completing it in 2 hours and 38 minutes while changing batteries three times without switching robots [8] - The competition included various awards, such as best gait and best endurance, encouraging diverse performance metrics beyond just speed [6] Group 3: Industry Implications - The event serves as a platform for technology validation, pushing advancements in key areas like efficient actuators and flexible joints [18] - It provides a unified testing ground for establishing industry standards and performance evaluation systems, promoting healthy industry development [18][19] - The participation of humanoid robots in such events enhances public awareness and cultivates market demand, facilitating the commercialization of robotic products [18][19]

中新网北京4月17日电(记者 徐婧)人形机器人，即将和人类一同站上跑道。19日，全球首个人形机器人半程马拉松赛将 在北京经济技术开发区(也称北京亦庄)鸣枪起跑。机器人"跑马"难在何处？一场比赛怎样影响机器人产业？赛前，赛 事主办单位、参赛队伍就此给出答案。 一场性能比拼 4月9日，人形机器人在位于北京智慧电竞赛事中心的测试场地进行测试。中新社记者 贾天勇 摄 4月9日，人形机器人在位于北京智慧电竞赛事中心的测试场地进行测试。中新社记者 贾天勇 摄 据介绍，2025北京亦庄半程马拉松暨人形机器人半程马拉松将迎来近20支机器人比赛队伍。"无论是企业、高校还是 发烧友，只要有一台人形机器人，就可以带它来参赛。"北京经济技术开发区管委会副主任梁靓说，组委会不着重统 计机器人来自哪家企业，而是针对不同机器人型号划分出队伍，以赛队为单位进行比拼。 "我们希望体现人形机器人发展中的多元参与，呈现一场'八仙过海'。"在他看来，比赛真正考验的除了机器人，更有 领队和后方的工程师，是一场名副其实的团体赛。 关节耐热性、通信保障、天气影响……21.0975公里的比赛中，人形机器人需要面对诸多挑战。在此前的测试中，有的 机器人不慎跌 ...