Chinese street performer Wu Yufei and a robot dance group created by Unitree Company have advanced to the finals of the renowned America's Got Talent competition. These robots, which captivated audiences since China's Summer Festival, can now perform with such team spirit and grace that they no longer seem like inanimate machines, according to Wu Yufei.
Achieving such coordination requires engineers and artists to work together for months in intense collaboration. Since robots lack the body flexibility of humans, artists must design rotational movements that fully utilize their motor capabilities. While they cannot respond in real-time to musical changes, their ability to execute pre-programmed routines with precision is remarkable.
This performance showcases not just entertainment value but also demonstrates how advanced China's humanoid robot technology has become. China's humanoid robot market is projected to reach up to $2 billion USD this year alone. While it will take time before these robots become practical for daily life, their ability to learn multiple choreographies simultaneously makes their future prospects truly exciting.
Ref: Bangkokpost
