Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng recently unveiled a video showcasing a bare-metal 'Iron' robot performing a dance routine, a demonstration that has reignited discussions following the company's AI Day. He attributes the robot's fluid, human-like movements to an innovative 'human-like spine' design, coupled with an advanced AI model capable of learning intricate motions from human data in a mere two hours. This development highlights Xpeng's commitment to pushing the boundaries of robotics and artificial intelligence, aiming to enhance the capabilities of their robotic systems.
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Original from HumanoidsDaily: Xpeng Demos 'Iron' Robot Dancing, Credits 'Human-Like Spine' and New AI for Rapid Learning
Xpeng Demos 'Iron' Robot Dancing, Credits 'Human-Like Spine' and New AI for Rapid Learning
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