Robot Decapitated in World's First Humanoid UFC Fight
Strange scenes unfolded at a robot fight in China.
1First Humanoid Robot Fight
The Ultimate Robot Knock-out Legend competition in Shenzhen, China, marked the world's first free-combat tournament for full-sized humanoid robots. EngineAI provided 'T800' robots to 32 participating teams.
2Intense Battle
A video shared by local news outlet Shenzhen Story on YouTube showed a robot continuing to fight even after its head was nearly knocked off. The robot threw punches and kicks in the air, persisting in the battle.
3Decapitation Moment
The white robot 'White Eagle' delivered a high kick to the head of its black opponent 'Matador,' dislodging its head. Matador fell to the ground, crushing its head underneath its body and failing to stand back up.
4Victory Dance
At the end of the fight, White Eagle performed a victory dance for the crowd, mimicking a biceps flex. While waiting for Matador to be carried away, it occasionally continued with dance moves.
5Prize and Purpose
According to Global Times, the winning team will be awarded a $1.44 million gold championship belt by the organizer. EngineAI aims to promote the professionalization of robot combat events and foster global collaboration.
6Limits of Technology
This fight showcased the advancements in robot technology while also highlighting its limitations. Robots sometimes failed to accurately detect their opponent's location, throwing punches and kicks into the air.
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