US EditionRobots set to race humans in Beijing half-marathon
- China will host the world's first half-marathon race between humans and robots in April, according to local media.
- Around 12,000 humans will race against humanoid robots from more than 20 companies in Beijing's Daxing District.
- Robots must resemble humans and have a mechanical structure that allows them to walk or run, with specific height and extension requirements.
- Both remote-controlled and fully autonomous robots can participate, and mid-race battery swaps will be allowed.
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Beijing to Host First Ever Half-Marathon Race Between Humanoid Robots and Humans
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