Two-armed robot throws and catches balls with human-like movements

AthenaZero, a new dual-arm robotic system developed by researchers at the Robotics and AI Institute, demonstrates agile, human-like movements in tasks such as throwing, catching, and batting. The robot's design incorporates low inertia and backdrivability, enabling more natural and controlled interactions with objects. The study explores the challenges in robotic manipulation and presents a novel approach to improving dexterous interaction with the environment.