China’s Humanoid Robots: From Mockery to Technological Triumph
China’s ambitions in humanoid robotics can be traced back to the 863 Program launched in 1986 to advance the country in high-tech fields.
BHR-5
The BHR-5 is a humanoid robot developed by the Beijing Institute of Technology as the fifth generation in the BHR series, introduced around 2011. Standing about 165 cm (5 feet 5 inches) tall and weighing roughly 65 kg (143 lbs), it features 30 degrees of freedom for full-body motion and advanced balance control. The robot is capable of walking, climbing stairs, and even playing table tennis using stereo vision and real-time motion planning.