New Generation Black Panther 2.2 Breaks Robot Dog Speed Record

On July 7, it was reported that at the "Smartly Designed Optical Valley" CMG World Robotics Skills Competition, the "New Generation Black Panther 2.2" broke the previous robot dog speed record of 8.89 meters per second set by Boston Dynamics' WildCat, achieving a remarkable speed of 10.3 meters per second. This new record ends a decade-long silence in the robotics world. The Black Panther 2.2 quadruped robot, developed by researcher Jin Yongbin at the Zhejiang University Hangzhou International Innovation Center, made its debut on July 6 during a performance at CCTV's "Smartly Designed Optical Valley - CMG World Robotics Skills Competition". Drawing inspiration from the movement patterns of jerboas and cheetahs, the team utilized biomimetic carbon fiber legs (increasing stiffness by 135% with only a 16% weight increase) and claw-like footpads (improving grip by 200%) to push the limits of speed. Compared to its predecessor, the Black Panther 2.0, the Black Panther 2.2 features a unique structural design that integrates three separate carbon fiber legs, resulting in enhanced strength for faster outdoor running capabilities. The Innovation Center stated that the high-speed performance of the Black Panther series will extend beyond competitive arenas, with applications in disaster rescue, military reconnaissance, and logistics delivery. For example, it could navigate quickly through earthquake debris or perform tasks in complex battlefield environments. As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, robots may soon challenge the limits of biological movement in more scenarios.