Overview
- The on-stage fall occurred on November 10 at Moscow’s Yarovit Hall as handlers guided AIdol to the Rocky theme, scattering parts before staff covered and removed it and the demonstration was stopped.
- CEO Vladimir Vitukhin said sensors were miscalibrated in the hall’s lighting and characterized the mishap as part of ongoing testing, calling it a learning experience.
- Idol has withdrawn AIdol from public view while engineers examine its balance mechanisms and control software for recalibration ahead of any further showings.
- Developers highlight domestic sourcing and specifications, citing 77% Russian-made components with a goal of 93%, a 48-volt battery for up to six hours, and 19 servomotors driving a silicone face to display basic emotions.
- Viral footage prompted online mockery and scrutiny of Russia’s humanoid ambitions, and one outlet reported the robot was later brought back on stage and remained upright.