3月8日，在北京经开区博大公园内，两只灰白相间、身上贴有“巡逻宣防”字样的“机器狗”与一旁的智慧巡逻车队
成为市民游客关注的焦点。
它们是北京经开区新一代智慧巡逻体系的成员。
据了解，作为全国自动驾驶与智慧城市建设的“试验田”，北京亦庄此次推出的新一代智慧巡逻体系包含18辆L4级无人驾驶车辆、15辆有人巡逻车以及2只工业级智慧机器犬。
这一智慧巡逻体系深度融合AI算法与大数据分析，可实时识别异常行为、火灾隐患等风险，并通过5G网络秒级预警至指挥中心，依托动态更新的风险数据库，结合远程通话、应急物资投送等功能，实现突发事件“发现—响应—处置”闭环。
In a park in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area in southeast Beijing, two robotic dogs performing patrol duties have captured the attention of many passersby.
These gray-and-white robotic canines, equipped with multi-spectral cameras and high-precision sensors, represent the latest innovation in Beijing's ongoing efforts to build a smart city.
▲ 机器犬与智慧巡逻车队成焦点 图源：北京亦庄
The Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, also known as Beijing E-Town, on Saturday announced that the area had officially upgraded its intelligent patrol system by integrating unmanned patrol cars, robotic dogs with AI algorithms and big data analysis, to realize 24-hour full-coverage patrols throughout the area.
According to Beijing E-Town, newly-deployed equipment includes 18 L4 unmanned vehicles, 15 manned patrol vehicles and two industrial-grade intelligent robotic dogs.
Each robotic dog weighs approximately 65 kilograms and is adaptable to extreme environments such as heavy rain and high temperatures. It features a multi-spectral camera and searchlights on its head, while the back design of these robotic dogs allows for rapid fitting with specialized equipment such as explosion-proof gear and gas detectors -- enabling it to handle a variety of tasks with remarkable flexibility.
The unmanned patrol vehicles are equipped with 360-degree panoramic cameras and high-precision sensors. These vehicles can connect with the smart city video system, thereby creating a comprehensive, three-dimensional monitoring network that integrates aerial and ground surveillance.
The robotic dogs are tasked with meticulous ground inspections, while unmanned vehicles handle supply deliveries and data transmission, working together to establish a highly efficient operational model, Beijing E-Town said.
▲ 工业级智慧机器犬正在进行地面精细巡查。
图源：北京日报
Moreover, this new generation intelligent patrol system leverages advanced AI algorithms and big data analysis to detect abnormal situations, fire hazards and other potential risks in real time. Through a 5G network, the system can instantly alert the command center, ensuring swift responses to emergencies.
"The upgraded system has tripled patrol efficiency compared to traditional methods and significantly reduces blind spots in surveillance," said a spokesperson from Beijing E-Town, adding that they will continue to explore the deep integration of AI with urban governance, delivering more cutting-edge technological advancements from the laboratory to the streets and communities.
Meanwhile, Beijing E-Town has also indicated that the robotic dogs will help ensure the security of an upcoming half-marathon in April, which will see robotic and human athletes competing along the same route.
▲ 工业级智慧机器犬上路巡逻 图源：北京亦庄
Among China's rapidly expanding array of AI-driven innovations, robotic dogs make frequent appearances in the public spotlight. Though the quadruped robot sector is still in its nascent commercial phase, an increasing number of Chinese innovators are entering the field, driven by promising market potential.
In December 2024, Chinese robotics firm Unitree Technology's video of an agile wheel-legged robot dog took the internet by storm. It shows the robotic dog executing impressive stunts like spinning around, performing side flips and leaping from heights.
