AI Robot Milestone in Table Tennis

The study, published in the journal Nature, demonstrates how advances in artificial intelligence are making robots more agile and capable of complex physical interactions.

Ace features nine camera eyes that allow it to follow the ball's logo to measure its spin with millimetric precision.

While humans have been building ping-pong robots for decades, Ace is the first that can hold its own against professional players in real-world competitive settings.

Researchers believe this breakthrough could lead to a wide range of applications for robots in manufacturing, healthcare, and other fields requiring high-speed coordination.