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Speedy robot dog

21.12.2023

Developed by the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), the robot dog HOUND has won gold in the world of speed, setting a Guinness World Record for the 100-meter dash. The new milestone in robotics, beating the previous record by 5 seconds, highlights the outstanding capabilities of the mechanical mobile unit.

The HOUND robot dog's achievement of the 100-meter sprint record represents a significant step in the development of robotics and locomotion technology. This success highlights the capabilities of advanced mechanical designs and innovative motor control techniques. The robot's impressive performance raises questions about future applications of similar technologies in various fields, including sports, automated services and research. At the same time, this reminds us of the need for a deeper understanding of the ethical and social aspects of introducing robots into everyday life.

HOUND is designed for maximum speed and efficient movement, outpacing its competitors at 3m/s. Thanks to its innovative mechanical structure, sophisticated motor and unique gearbox configuration, the robotic dog easily overcomes grass, covers long distances and climbs steep slopes at an angle of 22°. The hip and knee actuator modules work in harmony to provide a unique combination of strength and flexibility.

The choice of planetary gearbox and the use of advanced machine learning techniques set HOUND apart from its peers. Weighing 45 kg, this robot easily covers 100 meters at an average speed of 18,12 km/h, setting a time of 19,87 seconds. The previous record, held by Agility Robotics, was broken by our technology, reducing the time to 24,73 seconds.

Ahead is Usain Bolt's human record of 9,58 seconds, but our journey is just beginning. The HOUND robotic dog marks a new era in the development of mobile robotics, anticipating future advances and opening up the horizons of possibilities for intelligent machines.

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