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Lockheed Martin introduces the HULC exoskeleton, which is actually an un-tethered, hydraulic-powered anthropomorphic exoskeleton that provides users with the ability to carry loads of up to 200 lbs for extended periods of time and over all terrains. The exoskeleton is flexible enough to be used in various positions. Its power-saving design allows the user to operate on battery power for extended missions. The HULC’s load-carrying ability works even when power is not available. [MeFi]
Still remember the Robotic Carp that we mentioned before? Here is a new robot fish that looks like a real fish. Dubbed as the Fishbot, this robot is developed by Yamamoto Laboratory. It was built to exacting specifications based on the movement of real fish and will be used for research purposes. What makes this robot special is that its eyes that can follow you wherever you go. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. [technabob] Read more
Set to go into service in Yokohama fire department, this unnamed robotic crawler is designed to carry a 110 kilogram person from the disaster zone to safety in case of an earthquake. It has four wheel belts and can easily move over difficult terrain. The crawler will also monitor the patient’s blood flow and other vital signs during evacuations. It’s also equipped with infrared cameras for night operations. [Techeblog] Read more
The Edge Robotic Arm Kit has five axes of robotic movement that you can control using the wired remote. You only need about two hours to assembly the arm. It rotates and bends all kinds of ways, can reach out 13 inches and up 15 inches, lifts up to 100 grams, and comes with an LED to illuminate what you’re trying to pick up. The Edge Robotic Arm retails for $49.99 at ThinkGeek. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. [ThinkGeek] Read more
Here’s a very smart robot to control your money, presenting the Robot Money Box. This little robot can talk, count, and even tell the time. Insert your money into the bank and it will keep track of it for you, also telling you how close you are to any set target amount, as well as giving encouragement for you to continue saving. It may also scold you if you seem to be taking out to much for his liking. The Robot Money Box retails for £24.95. [DVICE]
I-Shovel is a smart Robotic Snow Shovel that cleans snow on the driveway in short periodic intervals keeping it clean and ready to use. Its patent-pending technology allows the robot to detect snow accumulation and determine the perimeter of the area to be shoveled. Once it determines the area has received enough snow, the bot goes to work. An onboard battery keeps it shoveling for about 4,000 square feet, which would cover the average driveway at least 4 times. Though it’s still a prototype at this stage, but it’s supposed to be commercially available within a year. [Techeblog]
Here’s a smart little assistant robot ‘Mamoru’ that will help the elderly or disabled remember where they left their remote control or their slippers, and even offers polite reminders when it’s time to take some medicine. Designed by the University of Tokyo, one of Japan’s leading robot developers, this prototype elder-care bot uses a wide-angle camera to keep track of the room, and image recognition software to tell what each object is. There is no word on when this prototype will go into mass production. [Newlaunches]
The Recon Scout robot looks like a dumbbell at first glance, but it is actually a robot that moves around on quiet electric motors. The robot can be controlled by a handheld controller within a 100 foot radius. Its remote control has an integrated display so you will know where to position the Recon Scout robot. The robot is also durable enough by a hard impact because it was specially built to survive a 30 foot drop onto concrete. [PopularMechanics]
Husqvarna offers the new automower lawnmower robot that is smart enough to mow your lawn by itself. The robot is also able to recharge itself using the solar panels installed on top of it. You can program this robot to mow your lawn as often you like. I think this automower lawnmower robot is perfect for lazy person. [TheRawFeed]
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