NOROROT robotic vehicle could lead to stair-climbing wheelchairs by 2017
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JTEKT demonstrated the NOBOROT's stair-climbing capabilities at JIMTOF 2012
NOBOROT uses an inverted pendulum model to stand upright while negotiating stairs
The technology could find use in wheelchairs, factory vehicles, and rescue robots
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Researchers at the University of Tokyo's Kamata lab are working on a new wheeled robotic vehicle that can climb stairs. Called the NOBOROT, it uses a proximity sensor to detect when it is next to a step and is able to maintain a level posture while ascending and descending to ensure a smooth ride.
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