China’s Robotic Army: A Technological Breakthrough

China has unveiled its first-ever army of robotic dogs, sparking significant interest among researchers and the public. These innovative machines promise a wide range of applications, from military operations to assistance in everyday tasks. China’s move demonstrates its commitment to technological advancement and the integration of cutting-edge solutions into practical aspects of life.

The Chinese military is making unprecedented technological strides by replacing soldiers with robots armed with rifles. Recent research shows that semi-autonomous killer machines can shoot targets as effectively as humans, enhancing combat capabilities and guarding important facilities. One of the most promising models, the Chinese robot dog Unitary B2, continues to break records. It can maintain balance on stairs, accelerate to 6 m/s, withstand a load of over 120 kg, and walk for more than 5 hours on a single battery charge.

Initially, the earlier model, Unitary B1, introduced in 2022, was intended for industrial use. It could move underwater, carry up to 80 kg, and operate continuously for 2 hours without a load. The new Unitary B2 model is more advanced, weighing 60 kg with powerful actuators, allowing it to carry up to 120 kg statically and over 40 kg in motion. It can move continuously for more than 5 hours without a load, covering about 20 km, and for over 2 hours with a 45 kg load. The robot can make long jumps, maintain balance on slippery surfaces, and climb stairs and slopes.

In camouflage green tones, a military version of the robot dog was showcased at the China Air Show. It can ascend, descend, move in all directions, and rotate around its axis. However, many noticed that the Chinese robot closely resembles models from Boston Dynamics, raising questions about licensing or replication.

China’s advancements come amid escalating tensions with the United States. Recently, China revealed new high-tech weaponry, including shooting robot dogs, drones, and spy balloons. In late October 2022, China unveiled a robotic dog equipped with a machine gun transported by a drone. This robot dog, capable of reaching speeds of up to 14.5 km/h, can carry automatic rifles, machine guns, or handheld grenade launchers, and operate in cooperation with infantry and armored vehicles.

Meanwhile, in the United States, a robot dog with a flamethrower attached to its back has been put on sale. The Therminator by Throwflame, priced at nearly $10,000, is marketed as a tool for special effects rather than a weapon. Another model, the Ghost V60, used by the military of the United States and the United Kingdom, serves as the Army’s eyes and paws, providing enhanced situational awareness and performing tasks too dangerous for humans.

Russia and China continue to develop and showcase their robotic combat technologies. At an exhibition in China, a robotic combat dog equipped with an automatic gun was presented, capable of performing combat tasks remotely or autonomously. Similarly, at the Army 2022 military exhibition in Moscow, Russia presented a robot dog armed with a grenade launcher, designed for reconnaissance, patrolling, and security tasks.

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