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China is preparing humanoids for war: robots are already being tested for future battlefield tasks
Reuters examined more than 100 Chinese military procurements, scientific papers, patents and other documents and found that the PLA (People’s Liberation Army) is actively studying the military use of humanoid robots.
They are being considered for reconnaissance, patrolling, infiltrating behind enemy lines and joint operations with service members. One study even modeled an assault team of six robots tasked with clearing a captured building floor by floor.
However, true robot-soldiers are still far off. Reuters found no evidence that armed humanoids are already serving in army units. The technology remains too expensive and unreliable.
China is also developing remote-control systems for such machines. Experts estimate that with further technological progress their practical use on the battlefield could become possible in 5-10 years.
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