Taiwan unveils armed 'robot dog'

GD&TĐ - Taiwan has just unveiled a new armed "robot dog" model, designed for coastal patrol, reconnaissance, and high-risk military operations.

On June 2nd, at an event in Taipei, the Chung-Shan National Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST) showcased three weaponized quadrupedal robots capable of walking, crouching, and navigating rough terrain.

These machines are believed to be based on the Vision 60 platform developed by the American company Ghost Robotics.

These robot models include reconnaissance, combat, and LiDAR-equipped variants, which can be used for patrolling, perimeter security, and target tracking in all weather conditions.

The robot weighs approximately 52kg and has a top speed of 2.5m/s.

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Jen Kuo-Kuang, Deputy Director of the Missile and Rocket Research Institute at NCSIST, said the institute has had preliminary contact with the Taiwanese military and believes they are in great need of robots for coastal surveillance, maritime patrol, and perimeter security of bases.

Recently, Taiwan approved a special defense budget of approximately $280 million to purchase US weapons amid ongoing tensions with China.

China considers Taiwan to be part of its sovereign territory – a view shared by most countries, including Russia.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has repeatedly warned that while China seeks peaceful reunification with Taiwan, it will not rule out the use of force to reclaim the island if provoked.

The Chinese government has repeatedly condemned Taiwan's relationship with the United States, as well as the US's continued arms sales and military cooperation with the self-governing island, viewing it as interference in China's internal affairs.

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According to RT

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