Robot sprints to victory in Beijing, beating the half-marathon world record
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- A humanoid robot developed by Honor, a Chinese smartphone maker, completed a half-marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, surpassing the human world record.
- The winning robot, with specifications like long legs and a liquid-cooling system, represented a significant improvement from last year's inaugural race, though the event saw some technical hiccups.
- The competition included both autonomous and remote-controlled robots, with some navigating the course fully independently and drawing spectator interest for their speed and innovation.
- Officials and attendees expressed amazement at the robots' performance, citing it as a step toward a new era, while engineers highlighted potential applications in industrial scenarios.
- The development is part of China's broader push to advance in technology, including humanoid robots, as outlined in the 2026-2030 plan, with Chinese companies leading in global shipments of such robots.