Technology · India Bureau
Chinese humanoid robot clocks faster speed than Usain Bolt
A humanoid robot named Lightning has achieved a peak velocity exceeding Usain Bolt's world sprinting record during trials ahead of the World Humanoid Robot Games. The machine reached 14.5 meters per second, surpassing the Jamaican sprinter's benchmark speed.
LSN India ·
A Chinese-developed humanoid robot has exceeded the peak speed achieved by Olympic sprinting legend Usain Bolt, marking a significant milestone in robotics development. The robot, named Lightning, reached a velocity of 14.5 meters per second during preparatory testing for the second World Humanoid Robot Games.
Bolt's peak sprinting speed during his record-breaking 100-meter run stood at approximately 12.4 meters per second, making Lightning's achievement a noteworthy advance in bipedal robotic locomotion. The test event served as a preliminary phase ahead of the upcoming international competition focused on humanoid robot capabilities.
The development reflects the accelerating pace of innovation in robotics, particularly in Asia where competitions and research initiatives have spurred advances in machine mobility and performance. China has increasingly invested in robotics research and development, positioning the technology sector as a priority for the nation's industrial future.
The World Humanoid Robot Games provide a platform for teams and developers to showcase innovations in robotic engineering, speed, coordination, and autonomous functionality. The second edition of the games represents an opportunity to benchmark progress in the field against increasingly sophisticated international competition.