I love that when the Japanese make a robot, they make it not only functional, but cute.
Get a load of Ri-Man, the only robot designed specifically "for holding up a human." There are video clips on the page that are pretty interesting.
In some ways, I always assume that we're further along in robotics than we actually are, thanks in part Hollywood, no doubt. When it's big news that a robot can carry over 100 pounds over rough terrain and not fall down, I'm a little surprised. But couldn't those droids on Tatooine...? Oh wait. Star Wars.
It may not seem like a huge accomplishment for a robot to pick up a doll, but it took years of time and effort. Way to go, robot makers! Just don't let them become sentient and crush our skulls! Yay!
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