In this episode, the hosts discuss Unitree's new humanoid robot, focusing on the specifications revealed in a teaser, including its 26 degrees of freedom. They analyze the robot's design, comparing it to previous models and competitors, and speculate on the reasons behind design choices like the anhedral angle in the hips. The conversation covers potential advantages and disadvantages of these design elements, considering factors like power consumption, torque, and range of motion. They also touch on the broader implications of bipedal robots versus wheeled robots in various environments, and the economic factors influencing the robotics market.
