Apr 25
Ace the Ping-Pong Robot Can Whup Your Ass
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Sony AI researchers have developed Ace, a robot capable of playing high-level table tennis. The system combines real-time perception of ball rotation with a high-speed, eight-jointed robotic arm to compete against human athletes.
Why it matters
High-speed physical dexterity and real-time decision-making represent the next frontier for bridging the gap between digital intelligence and real-world robotics.
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