China replaces traffic police with robocops: Wheeled robot warns helmetless riders and monitors traffic

A Chinese technology company is testing robot traffic officers in Hangzhou to automate repetitive road-monitoring duties. Reuters reported that the machines can detect helmetless riding, traffic violations and pedestrians crossing against signals, while also answering questions and connecting users with police. SUPCON says dozens are already deployed, though the company’s performance figures could not be independently verified by Reuters.