The “Black Panther 2.0,” a quadruped robot developed by Jingshi Technology (镜识科技) , Zhejiang University, and KAIERDA, was launched last week. Weighing 38kg and standing 0.63 meters tall, it is now the world’s fastest quadruped, reaching speeds of 10 meters per second. Source
The use of the Huygens coupling pendulum principle to synchronize its legs for high-speed sprints.
Springs in the knee joints to absorb shock and reduce energy loss during running.
Carbon-fiber “rabbit-like” lower legs, improving stiffness by 135% while only adding 16% more weight.
The team also added special ‘running shoes’ inspired by cheetah claws, boosting traction by 200%.
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