Robodogs move beyond military use to celebrate Chinese New Year
Robodogs are becoming increasingly popular and serve many purposes. An interesting instance is the use of a robodog as a platform for a citizen of the People's Republic of China to celebrate the New Year.
Robodogs are no longer limited to military or professional applications, as their prices have fallen enough for anyone interested in purchasing them. Much of this is due to developments in China, where several affordable robodogs have been created, such as those from Unitree.
Some people buy them as robotic pets, while others mount weapons or flamethrowers on them. Below, you can see an example of the Unitree Go2 robodog being used as a platform to launch 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 for about $3,380. These are hugely 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 extra battery, as the basic one, with a capacity of 8000 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 navigate rugged terrain effectively.
Using the robodog as a platform for launching fireworks indicates new times and allows for planning a standout show. It is also a refreshing change from the numerous projects showing the use of Unitree Go2 robodogs in a military context.
