The Kids Who Grew Up with Baymax Are Now Building Him
Many of today’s robotics leaders grew up inspired by The Terminator, but the next generation grew up with a very different and softer vision of the future: Baymax.
KAIST
KAIST, short for the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, is a leading research university located in Daejeon, South Korea. Founded in 1971, it is known for its strong programs in engineering, robotics, computer science, and artificial intelligence. KAIST researchers have developed several notable robots, including the HUBO humanoid series and the DRC-HUBO, which won the 2015 DARPA Robotics Challenge.
South Korea’s New AI Robot Might Be Unitree’s Worst Nightmare
South Korea’s newest AI robot is emerging as one of the country’s most credible threats to China’s viral Unitree G1 humanoid.
Samsung Enters Humanoid Robotics Race with Rainbow Robotics Investment
Samsung wants in on the rapidly expanding humanoid robotics market. The tech giant just upped its stake in leading South Korean robotics firm Rainbow Robotics.
The Evolution of South Korea’s Humanoid Robots
Let’s take a look back as South Korea goes full steam integrating robotics into everyday life.
WalkON Suit F1: Next-Generation Exoskeleton That Comes to Paraplegics
The WalkON Suit F1 can walk itself over to the user, attach itself, and help them stall without assistance.