GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 30, 2024, the original dance drama "Wing Chun" from Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, made its UK debut at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London, known as the "temple of dance." Tickets for the event sold out rapidly, and the performance garnered rave reviews from the audience. From late August to early September, the production showcased 12 performances over nine days, achieving an impressive average occupancy rate of over 80 percent. This milestone established a record for the longest and most performances of a Chinese dance drama in London. "Wing Chun" masterfully blends dance and visual art to highlight the unique allure of Wing Chun, a style of kung fu known for its emphasis on close-quarters combat, rapid punches, and tight defense, as well as Gambiered Guangdong gauze (Xiangyunsha), a prestigious silk fabric renowned for its intricate dyeing and printing techniques. Both Wing Chun and Xiangyunsha are recognized as intangible cultural heritage items. The success of the drama reflects a growing global enthusiasm for Chinese culture, particularly Lingnan culture.
In March 2024, the Featured Guangdong—Cantonese Opera event took place at the Guangdong Cantonese Opera House, attended by approximately 60 officials and their families from various consulates in Guangzhou. The attendees expressed heartfelt admiration for the beauty of Cantonese opera. The following month, the Foreign Affairs Office of the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality, in collaboration with Panyu District, organized the "Explore Panyu" event for foreign consular officials. During this event, officials from 30 countries toured the ancient town of Shawan, enjoyed Cantonese music, admired murals and sculptures, and experienced traditional customs. In May 2024, the 20th China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair opened at the Shenzhen World Exhibition Convention Center. This event featured an impressive array of Chinese cultural products, ranging from intangible cultural heritage to domestically produced e-sports games, films, and original music. The fair attracted participation from 60 countries and regions, with 302 overseas exhibitors engaging both online and offline.
Guangdong is dedicated to exploring the essence of its traditional culture by fostering innovative transformation and creative development through various cultural expressions, including Cantonese, Teochew, and Hakka cuisines, Xiangyunsha, Shiwan ceramics, kung fu, lion dancing, and dragon boat racing.
To commemorate the 700th anniversary of Marco Polo's death, the opera "Marco Polo" was restaged at the Guangzhou Opera House in May 2024. The international theme and contemporary staging captivated both domestic and international audiences. Dragon boat racing, as a vibrant aspect of Lingnan culture, has become an important avenue for international friends to experience local customs. During the Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament held in June 2024, among the 111 participating teams, many overseas competitors hailed from the United States, Canada, Malaysia, and Kazakhstan.
Not only tradition attracts global interest, but also modernity. In August 2024, the "Lingnan Water Town International Cartoon & Animation Week" kicked off in Hongmei Town, Dongguan. Local art toy brands such as Laura and Motor Nuclear, alongside popular domestic animation IPs like Pleasant Goat, Boonie Bears, and Piggy Hero, showcased their works, demonstrating the vibrant energy of contemporary art toys and animation. Industry leaders from Japan, the Republic of Korea, as well as from China's Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions and Taiwan region, gathered to share creative insights and discuss industry trends, generating significant interest in the Chinese cultural trade market.
The lively cultural activities and exchanges in southern Guangdong are infusing new vitality into the integration and development of both Chinese and foreign cultures.
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Lingnan Culture Captivates Global Attention with Wing Chun, Cantonese Opera, and Dragon Boat Racing
Lingnan Culture Captivates Global Attention with Wing Chun, Cantonese Opera, and Dragon Boat Racing
Lingnan Culture Captivates Global Attention with Wing Chun, Cantonese Opera, and Dragon Boat Racing
SHANGHAI, Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fourier, the Shanghai-based robotics company, announces the launch of GR-2, the latest addition to its GRx humanoid robot series. With remarkable upgrades across hardware, design, and software, GR-2 marks a new milestone in the field of humanoid robotics.
Next-Level Hardware Design
GR-2 builds upon the success of its predecessor, GR-1 — the world's first mass-produced humanoid robot. Standing at 175 cm and weighing 63 kg, GR-2 offers 53 degrees of freedom and a single-arm load capacity of 3 kg, enabling it to tackle more complex tasks.
The new robot features a detachable battery with the capacity doubled, extending runtime by an hour. This upgrade boosts GR-2's adaptability, making it capable of handling a broader range of challenges, such as long-distance walking.
Engineering Breakthroughs for Developers
GR-2 features integrated cabling design for power and communication transmission, allowing concealed wires and more compact packaging. The efficient layout optimizes space for easier modularization and greater adaptiveness for application-oriented customization.
To simplify the control system and reduce maintenance, Fourier re-designed GR-2's joint configuration, shifting from a parallel to a serial structure. It improves debugging, lowers manufacturing costs, and enhances the robot's ability to rapidly learn and transition from AI simulation to real-world applications.
12-Degrees-of-Freedom Dexterous Hands: Precision in Motion
GR-2 introduces 12-DoF dexterous hands—double the dexterity of previous models. Designed to mirror the flexibility of human physiology, these hands adapt seamlessly to complex tasks with greater precision.
Equipped with six array-type tactile sensors, GR-2 can sense force, identify object shapes and materials, and adjust its grip in real time for optimal manipulation in dynamic settings.
Supporting multiple upper-limb teaching modes—VR remote control, lead-through programming, and direct command—GR-2 can record a comprehensive set of operational data, from motion paths to tactile responses. The robust data collection expects to bridge the gap between virtual models and real-world applications, pushing the boundaries of robot training and deployment further.
FSA 2.0: Powering Dynamic Mobility
Fourier breaks new ground in humanoid robotics by incorporating human-like motion into GR-2's design. To optimize its movement, the company developed seven distinct FSA actuators for GR-2, each tailored to meet the specific torque demands of every joint.
With peak torques exceeding 380 N.m, FSA 2.0 boosts GR-2's agility and dynamic capabilities. The dual-encoder system doubles control accuracy, ensuring precise movements even in high-pressure environments. Designed for both speed and precision, FSA 2.0 empowers GR-2 to navigate complex tasks with greater flexibility.
Optimized Tools for Innovative Development
Fourier prioritizes the developer's experience. The company optimized GR-2's development platform by introducing a new software development kit compatible with mainstream programming languages such as ROS. Developers can have easy access to a robust suite of pre-optimized modules for machine vision, path planning, and force feedback control through intuitive APIs.
Supporting frameworks such as NVIDIA Isaac Lab and Mujoco, the new platform empowers developers to focus on innovation, streamlining their workflow and elevating the robotics development experience.
"GR-2 is a big step into the future of humanoid robotics," said Alex Gu, CEO of Fourier. "We're passionate about building the most intuitive embodied agent for AI, allowing it to engage with the physical world in ways like never before. Fourier is excited to have developers, researchers, and enterprises join us on this incredible journey."
Fourier GRx series sets new standards in humanoid robotics with its emphasis on AI integration. In view of the future evolution of humanoid robot entities, the company outlines six key areas for development—locomotion, manipulation, cognition, bionic design, user experience, and commercial viability. The launch of GR-2 marks a new step toward future breakthroughs in human-robot collaboration.
About Fourier
Founded in 2015, Fourier is a leading general-purpose robotics company. At Fourier, our mission is to leverage full-stack robotics technology to enrich people's lives. We're headquartered in Shanghai, China with a team of over 500 employees globally. For more information about Fourier, please visit: www.fftai.com.
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Fourier Unveils the Next-Generation Humanoid Robot GR-2
Fourier Unveils the Next-Generation Humanoid Robot GR-2
Fourier Unveils the Next-Generation Humanoid Robot GR-2
Fourier Unveils the Next-Generation Humanoid Robot GR-2
