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steven787 on 08 October 2008

Robot suit for rent in Japan to help people walk

 

By YURI KAGEYAMA , AP Business Writer, Technology / Hi Tech

 

Robotic suits named HAL, or "hybrid assistive limb," are demonstrated during a press conference at the headquarters of Cyberdyne, a new company in Tsukuba, outside Tokyo, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008. HAL, that reads brain signals and helps people with mobility problems, will be available to rent in Japan for US$2,200 for both legs and $1,500 for a one leg a month starting Friday -- an invention that may have far-reaching benefits for the disabled and elderly. (AP Photo/Katsumi Kasahara)

Some silly naming, but pretty cool.

Complete story:  http://www.physorg.com/news142595007.html


I would cite regulation, but I know you will simply ignore it.

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stof on 08 October 2008

Bend my knee HAL!

I'm afraid I can't do that Dave

But I need to get up the stairs HAL!

I'm sorry Dave, but I can't allow you to climb this staircase.



I'm a mod, come to me if there's mod'n to do. 

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Serves me right for challenging his sales predictions!

Bet with dsisister44: Red Steel 2 will sell 1 million within it's first 365 days of sales.

steven787 on 08 October 2008

Do you think I should order the laser cannon be put on the wrist attachment or pay extra for the auto aiming shoulder mount?



I would cite regulation, but I know you will simply ignore it.