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Robotic Bubble Baths for Japan's Elderly

Posted by michael on from the that's-what-a-robot's-for! dept.

LukePieStalker writes "New York Times (open kimono before entering) is carrying an article on various robots that are being used in assisted living situations. In addition to mentioning the Wakamaru, the story has illustrations of a human washing machine and a description of robotic pants that help those with mobility problems. Apparently, the devices are considered the better choice in a country that is not inclined to grant working visas to foreigners. As Japan's population shrinks, will the robot population make up the difference?"

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  1. FP! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    w00t fp!

  2. Wait a Second... by illuminata · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    Is this why we've had more news posts lately? Maybe we could get a comment?

    ...and why am I hearing that Smothers Brothers song playing? Oh... eww.

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  3. Re:To the home with you! by antic · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    In Soviet Japan, the pants walk you!

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    'Thats they exact same thing a banana wrench monkey.'
  4. Fuck all that Eastern shit... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    The West is the best.

  5. Yuo Fail IT by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    the systeM clean contact to see if Don't walk around BSD has always here, please do ENJOY THE LOUD is mired in an