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Fujitsu Develops Human Task Support Robot

By Mike Hanlon

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Fujitsu Develops Human Task Support Robot

Fujitsu Develops Human Task Support Robot

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6. Ability to flexibly maneuver itself within compact spaces, on slopes, over minor surface gradations, and complete tasks

The robot can pivot on the spot by using two driving wheels that move independently. It also can move flexibly and smoothly over slopes and uneven surfaces, by utilizing a hing that connects its front and back driving wheels.

7. Natural, easy-to-understand human-like voice

Utilizing the natural prosody speech synthesis method (4)developed by Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd., the robot is capable of natural, human-like speech.

Key Specifications

Dimensions: 644 mm (width) x 566mm (depth) x 1300 mm (height) Weight: 63 kg Mobility of operable parts: Head: 2 degrees of freedom, Arms: 4 degrees of freedom, Hands: 1 degree of freedom, Wheels: 2 degrees of freedom Speed: 3 km/hr Sensors: 8 CMOS cameras, 2 ultrasonic sensors, 2 proximity sensors User interface: 10.5" TFT touch panel monitor, 3 microphones, 1 speaker Expansion interfaces: Wireless LAN (802.11b equipped) OS: Main CPU- WindowsXP embedded, DSP: DSP/BIOS Battery type: Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH, in main unit) Charging method: Non-contact self-charging (enables 24-hour continuous operation)

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