Just when I reported the scary robot teacher invading primary schools, Japan has revealed another robot that weighs only 43 kilograms – almost similar in size to the typical Japanese woman.
The robot, HRP-4C, is developed by the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, a government-backed organization.
Unfortunately the robot is not ready to help with daily chores or work side by side with people.
Developers said the robot may be used in amusement parks, events to attract attention and simulations of human movement such as exercise instructor.
HRP-4C was designed to look like an average Japanese woman, although its silver-and-black body makes it appear to be wearing a space-suit. It will appear in a Tokyo fashion show, although without any clothes, in a special section just for the robot next week.
The robotic framework for the HRP-4C without the face and other coverings will go on sale for about 20 million yen ($200,000) each, and its programming technology will be made public so other people can come up with fun moves for the robot, the scientists said.
Source: Mainichi Japan
I know this is a small step. But soon every otaku will be able to own their own personal Chobits. Whee!!!
i want a chobits….well actually i want a persocom, a chobits will be all “whos this chick uve brought into our house hideki?” and il be all “shut up! my names not hideki bitch! and she aint nothing to do with u!”
lol no srsly, this thing has a stupid face, i love the “my brain fell out” look thats supposed to be angry