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Toyota Demos 'Partner Robots'

Posted by michael on from the recoilless-rifle-not-included dept.

angryflute writes "Toyota has created a walker robot that the driver sits in and controls. It's meant for handicapped people to get around with, but you can easily see the potential for this technology to become the basis for a real-world version of an AT-ST Scout Walker or mobile suit Gundam -- just add guns!" Gizmodo has some more pictures.

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  1. Re:Soon to be a lot of money in this... by _Sprocket_ · · Score: 1, Informative
    Blame the french:

    3. Producer/Show Director

    Yves Pépin Profile

    Born in France in 1943, Pépin is known for his fantastic, grand-scale productions. Head of the Paris-based production company eca2, he has successfully executed numerous multimedia and large-scale programs at various global events, expositions and theme parks.

    Pépin's representative works include the opening and closing ceremonies of the 1998 World Cup in France and the 1999-2000 Millennium Celebration spectacle at the Eiffel Tower.
  2. Re:Only in Japan by elrick_the_brave · · Score: 2, Informative

    To answer your question about accessibility products:
    "When and where can I purchase an IBOT(TM) Mobility System?
    Although the IBOT(TM) was invented and developed at DEKA, Independence Technology, a division of Johnson & Johnson, will be marketing and selling the IBOT(TM). Please consult their website, www.indetech.com for questions regarding price and availability"

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