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The First "Transformer" in the World, Made by a Chinese Company - 36Kr
The first commercially available transforming personal robot, Qiyuan T1, is released, capable of switching between humanoid and quadrupedal forms.
TL;DR
- Qiyuan Robotics, backed by key figures from Ziyuan Robotics, has released the Qiyuan T1, dubbed the "world's first transforming personal robot."
- The T1 can switch between a humanoid stance on wheels and a quadrupedal "robot dog" form, utilizing a "Transformer cross-form integrated architecture" without needing part swaps.
- This transformation allows the robot to adapt to different scenarios: humanoid for interaction and operation at human height, and quadrupedal for stable mobility on uneven terrain.
- The development addresses the limitations of purely humanoid robots (balance issues) and purely quadrupedal robots (limited interaction capabilities).
- Despite the technological achievement, the T1's long-term durability, practical utility in both forms, and cost remain to be seen.
- The robot is set to make its public debut at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, with pricing and sales details yet to be announced.