Again in the news media appear on Japanese “kitchen robot. Thus, in Nagoya in one restaurant, there are two robotic robot (chef and assistant cook), who can cook noodles. The owner of a local manufacturer of robots Aise Naked Kenji (Kenji Nagaya)
This Japanese creation – the robo-mannequin Palette, which “works” in shopping centers. Its main task – with the help of its sensors to detect nearby human, and change its posture. This is true, for example, the window display, which may be robo-mannequin.
An interesting concept, and amusing to see the name of a company that manufactures electrical, and organized the contest.
Significant reduction in the number of working age population is pushing Japan to the extensive use of robots, reports the BBC. Already today there is a shortage of workers. To correct the situation in the future and to simulate the birth rate, the Government has significantly increased the monthly child allowance for child care – [...]
Five teams of two robots attempted to smack a softball from one side of the court to another at the British Association’s Festival of Science in Sheffield, UK. Unlike the usual game, the ball rolls across the floor and if it is not returned within 60 seconds the point is lost.
The biggest robot show in the world has opened in Tokyo amid hopes that the industry will rebound after tough times during the Asian economic downturn. The theme of the exhibition is man and robots evolving together, and many of the new models on show cater to Japan’s aging society.
Moon Walker II has combined the technology of two sensors. It begins to walk when it detects a change in light intensity or sound commands. Moon Walker II continues it’s four legged voyage until instructed by an internal timer to stop. This kit presents an engaging opportunity to learn about some of the mechanics, operation [...]
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The Robosapien Robot is a full function fast moving robot minion suitable for all your world domination needs! Designed by a NASA scientist, the Robosapien is simple enough for kids and advanced enough for adults. Features include real, multi-speed fast dynamic walking, running, and turning;
Within three years, U.S. Agency for Space Research, NASA and General Motors’ razrabyvali robot astronaut Robonaut new generation. February 3, 2010 he was presented to the public. Robonaut2 (R2) of unparalleled power for humanoid robots – with both hands he is able to lift and carry handling objects weighing up to 9 kg (20 pounds), [...]
We already wrote about robots PR 2, which creates an American company Willow Garage. These robots are on a mobile platform size of a human are designed to perform the simplest actions in various everyday situations. Groups of scientists from various universities in the U.S. are working to create software for robots.
In recent days, in 2009, Dan Mathias, president of the company Futurebots, which is one of the main suppliers of parts for American robotic companies, presented to the public of its robot ATOM-7XP.