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Honor’s humanoid robot edges past humans in Beijing half-marathon
technology1 month ago

Honor’s humanoid robot edges past humans in Beijing half-marathon

An Honor humanoid robot won the Beijing robot half-marathon, finishing 21 km in 50 minutes 26 seconds and beating the human world record, though the event included hiccups like robots faltering at the start. About 40% of the entrants navigated autonomously, with a separate remotely controlled Honor robot finishing in 48 minutes 19 seconds; the race highlights rapid advances in humanoid robotics and China’s push to lead in tech with potential industrial applications.

via PBS|
#autonomous-navigation#beijing#half-marathon
Honor Lightning robot shatters half-marathon record in Beijing
technology1 month ago

Honor Lightning robot shatters half-marathon record in Beijing

A Chinese smartphone maker Honor unveiled its humanoid robot Lightning, which completed the Beijing E-Town Half Marathon in 50:26 to beat the human half-marathon world record (~57 minutes). Dozens of humanoid robots competed alongside about 12,000 human runners, with roughly half using autonomous navigation while others were remote-controlled; some robots stumbled or veered into barriers. Engineers say the feat underscores China’s push in robotics and AI, with potential tech spillovers to industry, though AI software is still catching up to human-level efficiency.

via Fox News|
#autonomous-navigation#beijing#half-marathon
Beijing half-marathon sees humanoid robots outrun humans, signaling rapid AI progress
technology1 month ago

Beijing half-marathon sees humanoid robots outrun humans, signaling rapid AI progress

Dozens of Chinese-made humanoid robots competed in Beijing’s 21-km half-marathon, with several self-navigating entrants finishing faster than human winners; the Honor-built robot won in 50:26, beating the human winner by over 10 minutes and underscoring rapid progress in humanoid robotics, even as experts say AI software and real-world dexterity still limit widespread industrial use.

via NBC News|
#autonomous-navigation#beijing-half-marathon#honor
Perseverance Marks Mars’ First AI-Driven Drive
space3 months ago

Perseverance Marks Mars’ First AI-Driven Drive

NASA’s Perseverance completed the first Mars drives planned by artificial intelligence, using vision-language AI to generate safe waypoints around Jezero Crater on Dec. 8 and 10, 2025. The AI-generated routes were tested via a digital twin before commands were sent, showcasing autonomous navigation that could reduce operator workload and boost science return for future off-Earth missions.

via NASA (.gov)|
#ai#autonomous-navigation#jezero-crater
NASA Tests New "Autopilot" Software for Moon Missions
space-exploration1 year ago

NASA Tests New "Autopilot" Software for Moon Missions

NASA's CAPSTONE mission, a cubesat launched in 2022, is testing advanced autonomous navigation and maneuvering software in cislunar space. Despite early technical issues, the spacecraft is now operational and aiding in the development of the cislunar Gateway space station. The mission, costing around $30 million, includes testing software for precision navigation, anomaly detection, and deep space maneuvering, aiming to enhance future spacecraft operations in the lunar vicinity.

via SpaceNews|
#autonomous-navigation#capstone#cislunar-space
Autonomous Wheeled-Legged Robot Developed by Researchers
technology2 years ago

Autonomous Wheeled-Legged Robot Developed by Researchers

Researchers at ETH Zurich's Robotic Systems Lab have developed a wheeled-legged robot that uses advanced reinforcement learning techniques to autonomously navigate various terrains. This hybrid robot can switch between driving and walking modes, optimizing efficiency and adaptability. The system, which builds on previous research, features a neural network-based controller that processes sensory data to create real-time navigation plans, making it suitable for applications like autonomous delivery across diverse environments.

via Tech Xplore|
#ai#autonomous-navigation#eth-zurich
Perseverance Rover Sets Record Speed and Avoids Obstacles with AutoNav on Mars
space2 years ago

Perseverance Rover Sets Record Speed and Avoids Obstacles with AutoNav on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover has set speed records on Mars with the help of its autonomous navigation system, AutoNav. The rover recently navigated through a field of boulders in about a third of the time it would have taken previous rovers, thanks to AutoNav's ability to manage the finer points of navigation. Perseverance's autonomous capability has allowed it to achieve new records for off-roading on Mars, including the longest drive without human review. The rover's successful navigation through challenging terrain demonstrates the effectiveness of AutoNav and paves the way for further exploration on the Red Planet.

via SciTechDaily|
#autonav#autonomous-navigation#mars-exploration
"CAPSTONE: A Successful Launch That Continues to Thrive"
space2 years ago

"CAPSTONE: A Successful Launch That Continues to Thrive"

CAPSTONE, a privately owned cubesat funded by NASA, continues to operate successfully more than a year after its launch. The spacecraft, owned by Advanced Space, is providing valuable data to support NASA's Artemis lunar exploration efforts. CAPSTONE has completed its primary mission in a near-rectilinear halo orbit (NRHO) around the moon and is now in an enhanced mission phase focused on automation experiments and data collection. The spacecraft has overcome initial technical challenges and has been instrumental in testing the stability of NRHO and conducting navigation experiments. The experience gained from CAPSTONE will inform Advanced Space's future missions, including the development of the Oracle spacecraft for the Air Force Research Laboratory.

via SpaceNews|
#autonomous-navigation#capstone#lunar-exploration