Unitree launches As2-W wheeled quadruped to challenge arch rival
As the two companies compete on performance, cost and deployment speed, they are helping reshape the global competitive landscape for industrial quadruped robots.
As the two companies compete on performance, cost and deployment speed, they are helping reshape the global competitive landscape for industrial quadruped robots.

The startup claimed it is the world’s first four-legged robot capable of completing a continuous 720-degree backflip.

Inspection robots have become increasingly common in China’s power sector, though they typically complement rather than replace human workers.
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The rollout addresses a recurring logistical constraint in one of China’s best-known bayberry-growing regions.
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The textured footpads were designed to mimic the grip structure of polar bear paws, improving traction on low-friction ice surfaces.

Local officials are also leveraging the competition as a platform to court broader industry participation.

This year’s competition focuses on industrial, service and special-use applications, with all tasks derived from practical pain points identified by leading companies rather than abstract benchmarks.

The robot combines a quadruped platform, AI models and 5G-plus-satellite communications to enter hazardous areas without human rescuers.
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Proceeds from the latest funding will be used to advance core technologies and accelerate large-scale deployment across specialized industrial scenarios nationwide.