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China's Military Robot: A Glimpse into Future Warfare

China, NanjingSunday, January 4, 2026
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China's military has unveiled a robot that can mirror a soldier's movements in real time.

  • Not just a tech showcase
  • Part of a push to develop autonomous combat systems
  • Demonstrated at the 12th International Army Cadets Week in Nanjing
  • Cadets from 13 different countries participated

Robot Capabilities

  • Captures and replicates a person's attack maneuvers
  • Tested by a Moroccan cadet
  • Noted room for improvement
  • AI could enhance battlefield assault and reconnaissance

Other Exhibits

  • Mine-clearing robot using AI visual recognition
  • Detects buried explosives

Future of Warfare

  • Companies like XPENG and Neura focus on customizable humanoid robots
  • Growing interest in military robotics
  • Ethical implications and impact on human soldiers
  • Blurring line between human and machine in combat

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