Unitree Robotics G1 robot skates on ice and Rollerblades with ease
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We’ve seen robots walk, run, climb stairs, and even recently complete a half marathon. What we haven’t seen so far is a robot gliding across ice like an Olympic skater or spinning on one leg on roller skates without losing balance.
This is exactly what Unitree Robotics has just demonstrated with its G1 humanoid robot. In newly released images, the robot moves on rollerblades and ice skates while keeping its posture stable through coordinated control of the wheels and legs. It’s quite astonishing to watch.
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Unitree’s G1 humanoid robot glides on wheels, rollers and ice skates, showing precise balance, pirouettes and even a flip. (Unitree Robotics)
What stands out from the Unitree G1 video
When you actually watch the video, a few moments really stand out. It begins with the robot leaning into the motion, almost taking a step as it propels itself forward on two wheels, shifting its weight from side to side as if one wheel is driving the next. His arms move up and down to stay balanced, giving him a rhythm closer to walking than rolling, as if he’s constantly adjusting in real time.
Then he performs a series of pirouettes and an impressive flip, landing cleanly on two wheels and continuing without missing a beat. No hesitation.
Then he switches to Rollerblades and moves with the same level of control. He slides, does fancy footwork, changes direction and even lifts a leg while turning and balancing like it’s second nature. That alone would be impressive.
But the real wow moment comes at the end. On the ice, the robot begins to do gentle pirouettes, almost as if it were figure skating, while maintaining its posture without slipping. This is when we begin to see the path taken by these humanoid robots.
Why the movement of the Unitree G1 is different
Most humanoid robots face the same problem. Standing while doing something dynamic pushes the limits of control systems. The G1 changes this equation by mixing two approaches. It combines the efficiency of the wheels with the adaptability of the legs. This means it can roll when speed matters and move forward when the terrain gets difficult.
In the demo, the robot smoothly switches between these modes. It performs a continuous movement instead of stopping to rebalance. You see 360-degree turns, controlled pirouettes, and even forward flips, all without a visible pause.
This level of fluidity suggests improvements in real-time control, balance correction and movement planning. These are areas that have held back humanoid robots for years, until today.
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The Unitree G1 performs crisp pirouettes, turns and flips while riding on wheels and Rollerblades. The demo offers a stunning glimpse into how far humanoid robots have come. (Unitree Robotics)
Unitree G1 Specs: What’s Under the Hood
The hardware behind the G1 explains why it can achieve this. Unitree designed the system as a comprehensive platform for AI training and deployment. This means the robot collects its own data, learns from the simulation, and applies those lessons in the real world.
The robot comes in two main versions. The Standard model focuses on stationary tasks. The Flagship version adds a wheeled base that can reach approximately 3.3 feet per second.
Both variants share a humanoid structure with up to 19 degrees of freedom. Each arm has seven degrees of freedom and can support approximately 6.6 pounds. A flexible waist allows for wide ranges of movement, helping with balance during dynamic movements.
Vision comes from a binocular camera in the head, as well as wrist-mounted cameras for close-up work. The system can use different grippers, including dexterous hands for more precise tasks.
At its core, the Flagship model runs on an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX module with up to 100 TOPS of compute. This level of embedded processing supports real-time decision-making during complex movements.
Battery life is up to six hours, depending on how hard the robot works.
Why Unitree G1 humanoid robot wheels are important
For years, robotics has gone in two directions. Wheeled machines move efficiently but have difficulty overcoming obstacles. Legged robots handle complex environments but use more energy and move more slowly.
Unitree’s approach attempts to merge the two. By adding wheels to a humanoid chassis, the G1 can move quickly on flat surfaces while adapting when conditions change. This hybrid design also reduces seal wear and improves fuel efficiency over long distances.
It also opens the door to new types of tasks. A robot like this could move around a warehouse, move on to precise manipulation at a workstation, then move on to the next task without slowing down.
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The Unitree R1 humanoid robot operates on a flat surface. The model stands out for its affordable price at $5,900. (Unitree Robotics)
Kurt’s Key Takeaways
Skating is what attracts you first. It’s fun to watch and hard to ignore. What stands out after a few seconds is how stable the robot is all the time. He keeps moving, keeps adapting, and never seems close to losing control. This is a big change from the stop-and-go movement we’re used to. If this continues to improve, and I know it will, you will see robots able to move around in real-world environments without slowing down or needing constant intervention.
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