(2)Astro Boy's 'birthday' has robot makers eyeing big industry

(2)Astro Boy's 'birthday' has robot makers eyeing big industry

TOKYO, Japan - The Kanagawa Institute of Technology has developed a robotic suit (worn by a woman on the right) to help reduce the physical burden of nursing care. It involves an outfit in which air is injected using a small pump, enabling the wearer to lift a person out of bed with about half the amount of energy normally needed. (Kyodo)

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  • 2003/4/05 00:00:00
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  • Kyodo / Kyodo News Images
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