| Some Kansai-based RT-focused companies have already developed various kinds of next-generation robots, some of which are available on the market. This section introduces twelve such robots, which include a “communication robot” for home use, a “security robot,” and a “hospital delivery robot” and “patient transfer robot” for hospital use. In the future, a richer variety of robots will be introduced adding pleasure to our life and helping us in our tasks. |
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VstoneTichno
http://www.vstone.co.jp/e/etop.html
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Manufacture and sale:Vstone Co.,Ltd. |
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This character platform robot has been designed following the company’s selection as part of Osaka City’s “Starting from Osaka! The Next-Generation Robot Utilization Project.” Newly developed high-output servomotors are teamed with robot systems with a proven track record for bipedal robot control, enabling the 1.3-m-tall robot to dance and speak. As its exterior and systems can easily be customized, this robot is currently being used in a range of events and promotions as a way of displaying corporate and organizational mascots.
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product name
FT
http://www.robo-garage.com/english/index.html
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Robo Garage (at Kyoto University) |
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A 'female' bipedal robot developed by Robo Garage. Parts have been made smaller to create a more slender body, and a gyrosensor enables stable movement. Robo Garage studied the movement of fashion models to refine its 'SHIN-Walk' technology that eliminates the stooped gait of other walking robots. The result is a graceful feminine walk.
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Educational robot kit :VariBo
VariBo-ND01,
Super Multi,Aqua Mover
https://www.bl-autotec.co.jp/english/index.html
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BL Autotec, Ltd. |
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VariBo is an educational robot kit that consists of three types of parts by means of which the user can learn about robots, from fundamentals to applications. VariBo-ND01, a complete bipedal robot, was the winner of a Good Design Award in 2008. It incorporates versatile features, including an infrared transceiver function and speakers, and accepts micro SD cards. The Super Multi and Aqua Mover series of robots for cleaning water tanks suction off the sediment that accumulates on the bottom of tanks without muddying the water.
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product name
Figla Eye (provisional name)
http://www.figlausa.com/
manufacturer
Figla Co., Ltd. |
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Figla Eye is an autonomously controlled multipurpose cleaning robot developed by Figla. By changing its modular work unit, Figla Eye can perform various different tasks such as vacuuming carpets and waxing floors. Adding the optional network camera means the robot can also be used as a mobile surveillance camera. Its cute-sounding voice says things like
"I want to clean, won't you please move?" and "Thank you very much." Presently, Figla Eye is at the final stage before commercialization.
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product name
PLEN
http://www.plen.jp/index_en.html
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Sowa |
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PLEN is a desktop hobby robot developed by Sowa around the concept of “playing on the desktop.” At 23cm tall and with 18 axles built into a compact, lightweight body weighing 700g, it can perform basic movements such as walking and turning, and can also reproduce movements such as dancing and playing football. The user can also program it to carry out original motions using the motion editing software provided. The program can be transferred from a PC to the robot via USB 2.0, and the robot can be controlled using a Bluetooth-compatible mobile phone.
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product name
HOSPI
manufacturer
Panasonic Electric Works Co.,Ltd. |
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An autonomous mobile transport robot developed by Panasonic Electric Works, HOSPI doesn’t need a floor guide. It can judge the optimum route itself, avoiding obstacles and other robots. It is used to replace human workers, carrying medical supplies and blood test samples day and night. To address Japan's falling birth rate and aging population, HOSPI is already in use in hospitals and clinical testing facilities, where it is creating a track record of successful use. HOSPI won the Robot Award 2007 (Robot of the Year Award) and the JapanMachinery Federation President's Award.
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