Watch: Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid jog like humans

Boston Dynamics also posted a video of its Spotmini robot dog which now navigates on its own.

Spotmini robot dog now comes with autonomous navigation mode (Boston Dynamics)

The first 30-second video clip shows that Atlas humanoid can now not only take afternoon jog but skillfully overcomes obstacles in its way as well. Atlas last year achieved the ability to backflip last year in November, and in a few months' time it has turned into a pro jogger.

Boston Dynamics, which is backed by Softbank Group, has many a skilled robots to flaunt. Its range includes bots which can open doors, do backflips, and run across an uneven terrain, Mashable reported.

"Atlas is the latest in a line of advanced humanoid robots we are developing. Atlas' control system coordinates motions of the arms, torso and legs to achieve whole-body mobile manipulation, greatly expanding its reach and workspace. Atlas' ability to balance while performing tasks allows it to work in a large volume while occupying only a small footprint," says the company on its website.

The second video features the company's Spotmini robot dog. Spotmini now comes with autonomous navigation mode which means the robot can now walk on its own in a specified area, without requiring manual driving.

"During the autonomous run, SpotMini uses data from the cameras to localize itself in the map and to detect and avoid obstacles. Once the operator presses 'GO' at the beginning of the video, the robot is on its own. Total walk time for this route is just over 6 minutes."

Watch the two videos below.

Humanoid Atlas' human-like jog

Spotmini gets autonomous navigation

(with inputs from HT Correspondent)