UC Berkeley humanoid robot plays table tennis

Humanoids playing table tennis. PIC COURTESY/Hybrid Robotics

UC Berkeley recently showcased its latest creation, the Humanoid Table Tennis Robot (HITTER), playing a game of table tennis with human beings.

The robot showcased exemplary skills with, whacking the ball precisely in a rally of over 100 shots with human-like agility.

With its left hand outstretched, the robot used it to maintain balance while accurately playing shots, emulating human beings.

HITTER uses external cameras to track the ball in real time and forecasts where it will land.

Based on this, its data planner calculates the precise location, speed, and timing required for a successful return shot.

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