A day after a Noida-based Galgotias University was alleged of showcasing a commercial robot as its own at the flagship India AI Summit 2026, the university was asked to vacate from its pavilion on Wednesday.
The university, during an interaction with the DD News, showcased the Unitree Go2 robotic dog, an AI-powered device available on Chinese platforms, under the name "Orion" during the event in New Delhi.
After the backlash, the university released a statement stating that “it never claimed that they developed it" and said that they bought the robot as a part of their study. However, social media users pointed out another video, where a professor of the university is seen claiming it was developed at the university.
The Robot At The Centre Of The Row
The robot involved in the controversy is the Unitree Go2, developed by Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics. The company also manufactures other different variants of robot dogs like the Unitree B2, Unitree Go2 and others. It is not an experimental prototype but a ready-to-buy commercial robotic dog sold globally, including in India.
During the summit, the robot was reportedly displayed under a different name “Orion” and described as a product developed by the university's Centre of Excellence.
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What Are The Features Of Unitree Go 2 Robot?
According to robu.in, the Unitree Go2 Air is an AI-powered quadruped robot built for research, inspection, surveillance and automation work. It uses a 4D LIDAR L1 system that provides a 360° × 90° ultra-wide recognition field, allowing it to detect obstacles and map surroundings with high precision.
The system has a minimum detection distance of 0.05 metres and improved terrain recognition. The robot is built with embodied intelligence and uses GPT-based technology to understand surroundings and make autonomous decisions. It also includes the upgraded ISS 2.0 Intelligent Side-follow System, which helps it move accurately alongside users and navigate complex terrain.
The robot can move autonomously, follow commands, avoid obstacles, and perform monitoring tasks. It includes HD cameras, real-time data collection, mapping capability, and remote operation support. Some versions also support 4G communication for monitoring and control. The machine is used in robotics research, automation, and security-related work in several countries.
Specifications: The Unitree Go2 Air is made using aluminium alloy and high-strength engineering plastic.
The robot can move at speeds from 0 to 2.5 metres per second and can carry payloads up to 7 kg, with a maximum capacity of 10 kg. Its battery typically lasts between 2 to 4 hours depending on usage.
How To Buy In India?
The Unitree Go2 Air is a commercially sold robot available through global distributors and online platforms. In India, it usually costs between Rs 2 lakh and Rs 5 lakh depending on configuration and features. One can purchase the robot from the official website of Unitree or through platforms like Robu.in, etherbit etc.
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