Robot Performs Michael Jackson's Moonwalk and Duck Walk Dance Moves Flawlessly
KAIST's Humanoid Robot Demonstrates Advanced Mobility and Versatility
KAIST, the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, has made a significant stride in the field of robotics with the development of a humanoid robot that showcases impressive lower-body movements and versatility.
The robot, developed by KAIST's Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Humanoid Robot Research Center (Hubo Lab), has demonstrated an array of advanced capabilities. It can perform the Moonwalk, a move made famous by Michael Jackson, and high-speed running, reaching speeds of around 12 km/h (7.5 Miles/h).
The robot is designed to traverse various terrains, including navigating randomly placed debris, ascending and descending steps without difficulty, and even performing a duck walk, bending its knees deeply while moving forward. Remarkably, it can do all this without the aid of cameras or vision-based sensors.
One of the key features of this robot is its technological independence. All core components, including motors, reducers, and motor drivers, were developed in-house, giving the research team complete control over the robot's design and function.
The robot's movement is powered by an artificial intelligence controller trained with a reinforcement learning algorithm in a virtual environment. This AI-driven control system has proven to be precise, as evidenced by the robot's ability to perform a longer Moonwalk.
In addition to its impressive mobility, the robot can handle obstacles such as curbs, stairs, and height differences of up to 30 centimeters. It stands 165 centimeters tall and weighs 75 kilograms, making it resemble an adult human in size.
The researchers aim to expand the robot's capabilities to include tasks requiring simultaneous walking and manipulation, such as pushing carts or climbing ladders. The outcomes of this work will be presented at two major robotics conferences: the Conference on Robot Learning (CoRL 2025) on September 29 and the IEEE-RAS International Conference on Humanoid Robots (Humanoids 2025) on October 1.
This humanoid robot is a testament to KAIST's commitment to pushing the boundaries of robotics technology. Its advanced capabilities and versatility bring us one step closer to creating robots that can meet the demands of industrial environments.
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