As reported by New Atlas, Unitree's H1 humanoid robot has accomplished a ground-breaking feat by becoming the first of its kind to execute a standing backflip without the need for hydraulics. Unlike previous robots that relied on bulky and potentially leaky hydraulics, the H1 relies solely on its in-house M107 electric joint motors, each capable of delivering an impressive peak torque of 360 Nm. Through the use of reinforcement learning simulation, the H1 has successfully mastered the technique of in-place flipping, showcasing its remarkable agility and advanced capabilities. While the practical applications of this visually impressive skill may be limited, the H1 has already demonstrated its versatility with other notable achievements such as speed-walking, stair climbing, standing jumps, and even dancing. Standing at a height of 1.8 meters and weighing 47 kg, the H1 features a sleek design, an array of head-mounted sensors including 3D LiDAR and an Intel RealSense depth camera, and a replaceable battery. According to Unitree, the H1 is expected to be commercially available within the next 3-10 years, with an estimated price tag below $90,000.

Video: Unitree H1 is first humanoid to nail a backflip without hydraulics

[New Atlas]

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