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Beware The Rotundus Rover
EasyTarget writes "Originally developed as a Mars Rover, the Swedish developers of the Rotundus are now pitching their all-terrain pendulum powered sphere as a robotic Security Guard. I'm sure I have seen this in action already."
I for one welcome our new robotic security overlords
Run away from the Swedish Ch... Security Robot!
slashdotted already? since it took about 60 seconds to load the main page, perhaps they're using that Rotundus robot as a web server...
In the security business as a whole there is a strong pressure to replace humans with technology in order to reduce costs and increase security. Substantial savings are possible because a single security officer can cost up to $200 000 for a 24 hour service.
Wages: $20,000
Perks: $10,000
Employer contributions: $15,000
Caffeine required for continuous operation: $155,000
"I have trouble believing that something that makes a good security guard also makes a good children's toy..."
Just so long as you dont taunt the happy funball.
Scientists noted that if the whole "robot security guard" thing doesn't pan out, the rover is also available to do children's parties.
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"And now Princess you will tell me the location of the rebel base." (Just missing the two shots on the side)
Oh yeah, and what the hell is a robotball?
Where all the robots come together and have a well-dressed robot social.
The Chronic *WHAT* les of Narnia!
It can not be talked to. It can not be reasoned with. It has no mercy, no sympathy. It will not stop until it has carried out it's tasks. It will kill without feeling... So where can I get one?
Here's a group of them out on patrol.
Nerds and Geeks beware... It's a weight training medicine ball! Run.
Robot rolls up to an Intruder and shouts out "Halt! Who goes there!". Intruder gives it a nudge and replies "Seeya around" :)
all you gotta do is drape a canvas bag over it, and oila.. no more rolly polly.
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which is why i am in favour of robobally-cop havin' frickin' lazer beams on its head^H^H^H^Houter circumference, somewhere
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I propose a better marketing program.
1. Make rotundus smaller, of a size and weight of a bowling ball
2. Sell it to thoose guys which are trying picking up chicks from Bowling Arena.
3. Profit
I have trouble believing that something that makes a good security guard also makes a good children's toy...
Just attatch a giant weasel to it, and let it go in random directions. Bet that toy will get some attention in the Kay Bee Toys display.
Errr...
Step 2: Sell the rover to gullible, security conscious firms?
"Beware The Rotundus Rover"
Beware of the British Leyland Rover as well.
The Daily Telegraph had a front-page piece about this today. Slow news day, obviously! The idea that it could be trained to corner burglars seems a bit far-fetched (staircase, anyone?) but the idea of it chasing after intruders while phoning the police, taking photos and, presumably, shouting "EXTERMINATE!" is pretty cool...
1) not a number, free man
2) find out who is #1?
3) plug the fucking keyhole on front door
At least they don't look like jumped-up salt shakers.
...all-terrain pendulum powered sphere...
This gives the good old Rock'n'Roll a new dimension.
Ni.
I think I will name it Colin.
It aspired to be an astronaut exploring new worlds but became a rent-a-cop replacement.
Step 2: Sell the rover to gullible, security conscious firms?
Clearly their intention...though I think they'd end up making more money by simply doing:
2. Fire Rick Berman out of a cannon, charging $5 admission to watch
If a job's not worth doing, it's not worth doing right.
"Do not taunt Happy Fun Ball!"
Meh.