Robodogs in China: From New Year celebrations to frontlines
Robodogs are becoming increasingly popular and serve many purposes. One intriguing use is employing a robodog as a platform to celebrate the New Year by a citizen of the People’s Republic of China.
Robodogs are no longer the sole preserve of the military or specialised applications, as their prices have decreased sufficiently for anyone interested to purchase them. Much of this is thanks to China, where several relatively inexpensive robodogs have been developed, such as those from Unitree.
Some people acquire them as robotic pets, while others mount weapons or flamethrowers on them. Below, you can see an example of using the Unitree Go2 robodog as a platform for launching fireworks in celebration of the Chinese New Year. Simply, four launchers were attached to the body using a strap or zip tie.
Chinese robodogs — their use is limited only by the owner's creativity
Chinese online platforms offer the possibility of purchasing Unitree Go2 robodogs. These are immensely popular as a base for various experiments and are even used by Ukrainian soldiers as scouts at the front, as they are quieter than traditional flying drones.
The Unitree Go2 robodog weighs just 15 kilograms, and to this weight, you usually need to add an additional battery, as the basic one, with a capacity of 8,000 mAh, provides only two hours of operation.
Its key component is an unspecified octa-core processor, which, in combination with a high-quality camera and a lidar measuring distance with a precision of up to 5 centimetres, allows the robodog to effectively navigate difficult terrain.
Using the robodog as a platform for launching fireworks is a sign of the times and enables the planning of a standout show. It is also a refreshing departure from the numerous projects showcasing the use of Unitree Go2 robodogs in a military context.
