Could China build an ‘army of centaurs’ with this non-invasive cyborg tech?
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Chinese researchers at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) have created a wearable human-robot hybrid device, called a "centaur robot," designed to enhance soldiers' physical capabilities. The device, consisting of robotic legs and a torso, aims to reduce the metabolic cost and foot pressure of carrying heavy loads in challenging terrains. Tests showed a 35% reduction in metabolic cost and a 52% reduction in foot pressure when carrying a 20kg load. The "centaur robot" features autonomous path-planning and a human-robot interface, enabling agility and adaptability on various surfaces like stairs, slopes, and rough ground. The People’s Liberation Army has already implemented exoskeleton robot systems, and this new device promises an even greater boost to soldiers' stamina and mobility.
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