Humanoid robot 'Lightning' breaks half-marathon record

An autonomous humanoid robot named 'Lightning' has shattered the half-marathon world record, completing the 13-mile race in Beijing in an astonishing 50 minutes and 26 seconds. Developed by engineers at Honor, the robot features long legs designed to mimic elite runners and advanced liquid cooling technology. Lightning not only surpassed the previous robot record by over an hour but also beat the fastest human time, showcasing significant advancements in robotic locomotion and endurance. This achievement highlights the rapid progress in autonomous systems and their potential applications beyond industrial settings.