US Army tests humanoid robot Alex at xTechHumanoid: 85 kg, 29 joints, only full humanoid to win
HeyZoyaKhan · x · 2026-10-15
The U.S. Army is testing humanoid robots for dangerous missions at the xTechHumanoid trials in Quantico. IHMC's robot Alex navigated rough terrain, moved through woodland, and used a shovel, and features ballistic protection.
- Alex weighs 85 kg with 29 joints, combining AI autonomy with human control.
- The Army is exploring applications in material handling, maintenance, and firefighting.
- Alex was the only complete humanoid among the competition's five winners.
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