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iBot Self-Balancing Mobility Device FDA Approved

Posted by simoniker on from the gadgets-that-make-lives-better dept.

ptorrone writes "In November of 2002, I was able to see the self-balancing iBot mobility device, which can go up and down stairs and travel/balance on two wheels, in person. It literally brought tears to my eyes seeing what it will mean for millions of disabled people around the world. Today, the FDA has approved its use, after years of approval processes and testing." We've mentioned this Dean Kamen-created product previously, but it's good to see it officially approved and available for those who need it.

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  1. And here I am by some+damn+guy · · Score: 5, Funny

    using my legs like a sucker.

  2. iBot is the first step. by Cappy+Red · · Score: 3, Funny

    This is but the first step on the way to making giant robot anime a reality.

    I wonder if I can mod this thing into a gundam... or better yet a megadeus.

    *honk*

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  3. Sounds like something Apple should market... by Zemran · · Score: 3, Funny

    Well you can listen to music on your iPod while working on your iBook and sitting in your iBot whilst invading iRaq.

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  4. Presidential Testing by mothrathegreat · · Score: 5, Funny
    Now all that remains is for George w Bush to fall off it and the federal government's work here is done

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  5. Tears? by bigboard · · Score: 3, Funny

    It literally brought tears to my eyes

    Perhaps you should try adjusting the seat properly.

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  6. I have a much cheaper solution by teamhasnoi · · Score: 3, Funny

    I prefer to have a MSCE carry me around. Their minds are quite malleable and are easy to train and control. Best yet, they can bring me a beer, which is the test of any fine robot.