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Boston Dynamics’ Atlas is celebrated for its human-like agility and advanced mobility. Beyond capable locomotion, Atlas is designed to perform complex actions such as jumping and backflips, showcasing its extraordinary agility. Utilizing a compact hydraulic system and advanced hardware, Atlas aims to redefine what robots can achieve in dynamic environments.
Valkyrie: The Robotic Challenger
Valkyrie, built by NASA, participates in competitions designed to advance robotics technology. Standing almost 1.9 meters tall, this all-electric humanoid robot is engineered to operate in environments that have experienced damage or degradation. Valkyrie's human-like design enables it to perform tasks traditionally completed by humans, which is vital for emergency responses in hazardous conditions.