Google DeepMind Unveils Amateur-Level Table Tennis Robot

Aug 8, 2024, 04:16 PM

Google DeepMind has unveiled a new robot capable of playing table tennis at a level comparable to amateur human players. The robot, developed by Google's robotics team, has demonstrated its ability to compete effectively against human opponents, winning 100% of matches against beginners and 55% against intermediate players. This achievement marks a significant step towards achieving human-level speed and performance in real-world tasks, a long-standing goal in the robotics research community. The robot can adapt to various opponents by tracking their behaviors and playing styles, showcasing advanced AI capabilities.