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iRonCub3: World’s 1st jet-powered humanoid could transform disaster relief
IIT reveals advances in the world’s first jet-powered humanoid robot, showcasing its experimental area and early validation efforts.
Roboticists at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) have provided a sneak peek into the experimental area and preliminary validations of the world’s first jet-powered humanoid robot. With experiments initiated in 2021, the team at IIT has faced challenges during testing, as they’ve struggled to prevent their robot from catching fire or even exploding due to engine exhaust. Significant modifications were made to the iCub’s hardware design to accommodate the external engines, including the creation of a new titanium spine and the addition of heat-resistant covers for protection.
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