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What Is a 4D LiDAR Sensor (and How It Differs from 3D)?

The "4D" in 4D LiDAR is one of the most misunderstood terms in robotics. Here is a plain-English explanation of what the fourth dimension actually is, how 4D LiDAR differs from 3D, and why it matters for autonomous robots.

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Pieter

Jun 10, 2026 · 12 min read

AI Education

What Is Embodied AI? A Plain-English Definition for 2026

Embodied AI is the term everyone in robotics is using in 2026 — but most explanations skip what it actually means. This is a plain-English definition: what it is, what it is not, how it works, and why it suddenly matters.

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Pieter

Jun 5, 2026 · 13 min read

Industry Quadruped

Unitree Go2 vs B2: Which Quadruped Is Right for You?

A head-to-head comparison of the Unitree Go2 and B2 — what each one is genuinely good at, where the price gap comes from, and how to know which platform actually fits your use case before you commit.

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Pieter

Jun 1, 2026 · 15 min read

Africa Industry

Robotics in South African Mining: A 2026 Status Report

South African mining is one of the most demanding environments on earth for any machine. Here is an honest 2026 status report on where robotics actually fits — what is working, what is hype, and which platforms suit local conditions.

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Pieter

May 28, 2026 · 13 min read

Education Quadruped

How to Set Up Your First Unitree Go2 in 30 Minutes

A step-by-step setup guide for the Unitree Go2 quadruped robot — from unboxing to first walk. Roughly 30 minutes of hands-on time, with the battery charging in the background.

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Pieter

May 25, 2026 · 16 min read

Africa Industry

What Does IP67 Actually Mean for a Robot?

IP67 is the rating most often cited as the difference between a consumer robot and an industrial one. Here is exactly what it means, what it does not cover, and how to read IP ratings without being misled by marketing copy.

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Pieter

May 21, 2026 · 13 min read

Africa AI

What the Unitree R1 Means for African Robotics

A humanoid robot for the price of a high-end laptop is not just a product launch — it is a turning point for African robotics. Here is an honest take on what changes, what does not, and which African industries move first.

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Pieter

May 20, 2026 · 12 min read

Africa Industry

The Complete Guide to Buying a Quadruped Robot in South Africa (2026)

Choosing your first quadruped robot is a big decision. This 2026 buyer's guide walks through every Unitree model available in South Africa — Go2, B2, A2, Go2-W and B2-W — with honest comparisons, total cost of ownership, and how to avoid the traps of importing one yourself.

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Pieter

May 18, 2026 · 15 min read

Africa AI

Unitree R1 Worldwide Launch: First Deliveries Start End of June

Unitree has confirmed end of June 2026 as the first worldwide delivery window for the R1 humanoid. MCM Robotics is taking South African reservations now — the waiting list is filling fast.

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Pieter

May 6, 2026 · 7 min read