Bird-Like Robot Flies at Chinese Robot Exhibition

Billboard illustrating humanoid robots at 2018 China International Robot Show in Shanghai. Reuters
Billboard illustrating humanoid robots at 2018 China International Robot Show in Shanghai. Reuters
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Bird-Like Robot Flies at Chinese Robot Exhibition

Billboard illustrating humanoid robots at 2018 China International Robot Show in Shanghai. Reuters
Billboard illustrating humanoid robots at 2018 China International Robot Show in Shanghai. Reuters

During an international robot conference in China, many tech companies have showcased their newest creations including a bird-like robot that can actually fly.

The robotic flying bird, inspired by a herring gull and created by German automation firm Festo, is able to take off, fly and land using its own power. It also uses GPS navigation and a remote camera to achieve semi-autonomous flight.

The lightweight robot is made of material weighing around 400 grams. Another eye-catching exhibit was a service robot with two legs capable of both walking and wheeling, reported Reuters.

Chief Marketing Officer Zhao Botao said they named the robot "Nezha", a popular character in traditional Chinese folklore who is able to fly around using his wind fire wheels.

It was the first time this robot was shown to the public and Zhao believed that it could drive further development of service robots' legs in the future to boost safety and efficiency.

Visitors were also fascinated by robotic arms that can be used for picking and placing different objects, as well as robot that can draw portraits for people in no more than five minutes. China is one of the largest markets for service and industrial robots with a growing demand for various kinds of products.



Saudi Arabia Wins Gold, Two Silver Medals at International Standards Olympiad

Saudi Arabia Wins Gold, Two Silver Medals at International Standards Olympiad
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Saudi Arabia Wins Gold, Two Silver Medals at International Standards Olympiad

Saudi Arabia Wins Gold, Two Silver Medals at International Standards Olympiad

The Saudi national team secured a gold and two silver medals at the 20th International Standards Olympiad, which was held in Korea from August 12 to 14 and featured 40 teams from around the world.

This year's medals mark a significant improvement over the Kingdom's first appearance last year, when it won a bronze medal and a certificate of appreciation, underscoring the strong performance of Saudi students on the international stage and reflecting the Kingdom's commitment to promoting a culture of quality among its youth.

The four student teams that represented the Kingdom in this year's Olympiad — from both intermediate and secondary levels — were prepared for the competition through intensive training and qualification programs under a strategic partnership between the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), the Ministry of Education, and the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization.