Boston Power Robots Day Mission: One by one style with different combat power

Although Boston Dynamics seems to have an ordinary name, the company's products are not ordinary, and it's hard to say that it has the power of its own.

Founded in 1992, Boston Dynamics has become one of the world's most influential robotics companies.

Boston Dynamics excels at learning from the movements of humans and animals, allowing robots to become flexible. However, due to the fact that the reinforced steel skeleton cannot completely imitate human flesh and blood, the companyâ€™s robots are indeed a bit surprised.

In fact, from the perspective of the Boston Dynamics partners (such as DARPA and other military organizations), it should be quite low-key, but the companyâ€™s robots have instantly become Super Red on the Internet and captured the attention of tens of millions of people.

In 2013, Google took Boston Power to become a fist brand in robotics and other fields.

However, this year, the company's honeymoon with Google seems to have come to an end, the search giant is preparing to sell it. Therefore, the future of Boston Power is full of uncertainty, but in view of its strong research and development capabilities, it will surely become a chase for many companies in the future. Now, we come to the inventory of the company's robot products, cute, bizarre and shocked jaw type, which type is your dish? Â

Google Big Dog and LS3: Bare Wang

Google Big Dog is Boston's most iconic product. This product imitates quadrupedal animal development and is responsible for transporting equipment on a complex terrain battlefield. The three-foot Google Big Dog can carry 340 pounds (about 154 kilograms). It can move at speeds of up to 4 mph and climb the steepest 35-degree slope. In addition, the big dog of Google is very stable on the downside, and even if it is affected by external forces, it will also stabilize before falling. Of course, this is not only a factor in the design of the mechanical structure. The computer chip provided by the Google Big Dog is the brain that controls its existence. With this technology, it will make corresponding pace adjustments on various terrains.

The LS3 (multi-legged squad support system) is a successor to Google's Big Dog. Its load-bearing capacity is raised to 400 pounds and the fuel it carries can be used for long journeys of 20 miles. This product was also a product of cooperation with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), but the project was eventually cut because of loud noises and easy exposure of the combat squad.

Petman: Step by Step, Similar to Devil's Pace

Who is the guy who is wearing a strange combat shirt to exercise on a treadmill? Do not be afraid to say the answer. It is a robot named Petman. It appears to test whether protective ability of chemical protective clothing will be reduced during exercise. Therefore, this guy is very good at imitating human walking and squatting. Similar to other Boston-powered robots, this guy also has the ability to move independently and can maintain his balance without the help of others.

What is more strange is that Petman can not only act like a human, it also sweats. During the test, the protective clothing it wears automatically simulates the temperature and humidity of human sweat.

Atlas: Tigers Smelling Roses

Since it was a giant's name, Atlas is surely full of strength. This humanoid robot can walk, climb and pick up heavy objects. Atlas stands up to 1.75 meters tall and weighs 81 kg. It can pass through various terrains, and the hand can complete the action of opening the door and grabbing objects. If impacted, this two-legged robot can also quickly stabilize and even if it falls it can climb up on its own. If there are big trees on the road, Atlas can climb up.

In addition, Atlas has a dexterous hand that not only can do heavy work, but also use basic tools. With the lidar and stereo sensors on his body, this guy also has the ability to avoid obstacles and identify objects.

Although Altas looks like a big three, it has recently learned a new skill comparable to â€œsniffing rosesâ€: Golden Rooster is independent on a 2 cm wide board. Humans are not necessarily able to stand on one leg on this "slice" of wood, and the video shown by IHMC lasts more than 20 seconds. Indeed, IHMC also admits that this is the longest-lasting trial.

Cheetah and WildCat: Cats' Victory

Cheetah is probably the fastest running robot in the world. It can run up to 28.3 mph (45 km/h). It is another bionics masterpiece of Boston Dynamics. The robot's overall style is very leopard, and its spine is flexible, so the pace can be very great. However, compared to the above-mentioned products, Cheetah's autonomy is poor, and it requires human intervention in its operations.

Cheetah's next generation product is called WildCat. This guy has a bigger body, but at the expense of a certain speed (up to 19 mph), but it can act independently. In addition, WildCat moves more, it can jump, gallop and even turn.

SandFlea: Small, high jump

The robot was named after SandFlea because of its powerful ability to jump. This four-wheeled small robot weighs only 5 kg and can jump 9.1 meters. Its own battery is full and can complete 25 jumps at a time. action.

In addition to bouncing, SandFlea is equipped with a camera that allows the operator to operate it remotely, while its built-in computer guarantees stability when jumping. Due to its small size, SandFlea can be carried in a backpack and perform some military tasks in the city.

RHex: Old Drivers in Offroading

Many of Boston Dynamic's robots are "old drivers" in the off-road world, and RHex is one of the best. The robot has six rotatable mechanical legs, so almost no terrain can stop it. In addition to traversing all kinds of complex terrain, it has the ability to waterproof its ability to perform tasks in wet areas. In addition, the special anti-attack design makes it safe even if it falls off the cliff.

The RHex is equipped with a camera before and after, and the operator can control it at 2,300 feet (about 700 meters).

RiSE: Climbing the little talent

RiSE looks like a lizard, and its six claws make it unique in climbing. No matter if it is a big tree or a stone wall. Is it afraid of being tracked by this evil guy? Don't worry, the speed is only 0.3 miles per hour (less than 500 meters per hour), and you can easily get rid of this tailed monster. The RiSE's operations are controlled by an on-board computer. At the same time, sensors mounted on its body can detect the pressure exerted on it.

Machine puppy: I go down the mountain

This puppy robot can't carry heavy objects like its big brother, but it still has its own purpose. Computers and sensors carried by the dog can record the angle, force and bearing of the joints during the course of their movements, allowing researchers to analyze the performance of the robot on different terrains.

Spot/SpotMini: King of Flexibility

Spot is Boston's latest force, and the "soft" four-legged robot's legs are very flexible. It weighs 160 pounds and can move freely indoors and outdoors. Like other Boston-powered robots, Spot is also a master of balance.

As you can see from the name, the SpotMini is a miniature version of the robot that weighs 65 pounds. In addition, it also has a robotic arm. From the outside, SpotMini is like a giraffe. This robotic arm is very flexible. The robot can use it to grab and move objects.

The SpotMini has also done a lot of quiet work and won't be quarreled like LS3. Because the legs are very flexible, Spot robots can even drill under the table. In addition, Spot's automation is also very high through the sensors it carries.

After counting the Boston Dynamics family members, which robot is your favorite?

Via digitaltrends