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08/28/2009

RIBA Robot Bear is Capable of Carrying Humans

Researchers at Japan's Institute of Physical and Chemical Research have developed RIBA, a bear-inspired robot nurse that "can reportedly lift patients up to 135 lbs out of bed or a wheelchair." Video after the break. Click here for first picture in gallery.

The cheery-looking machine has long, multi-jointed arms embedded with an array of tactile sensors that help it optimize the lifting and carrying of humans.
[via Engadget - Pinktentacle]

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