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A high-performance expansion module supports 150 TOPS for real-time on-device processing, suitable for security and advanced applications. The system features a developer-friendly SDK and APIs for large AI models, enabling embodied AI interaction and autonomous decision-making, with a peak speed of over 6 m/s and a lightweight design of approximately 25 kg.
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- Praise: Combining wheels and legs is a game changer — it could redefine robotics mobility and efficiency, merging the best of both worlds for diverse terrains.
- Praise: Hub motors for each leg might add weight, but they enable rolling on flat surfaces while maintaining climbing ability — that's innovation with practical benefits.
- Praise: There's a cleverness in this design that could lead to new software challenges, pushing the boundaries of robotics capabilities.
- Concern: The promotional videos are likely curated to hide the robot's flaws — skeptics note that non-flattering footage is usually edited out.
- Concern: Commenters are quick to point out that the robot doesn't actually have perfect traction and has stumbled in past videos, raising doubts about its practical performance.
- Concern: Concerns about access to development tools and the high costs associated with SDKs suggest a barrier for potential developers wanting to innovate further.