The robot, known as the DRC-Hubo, has been developed by the Korean Institute for Science and Technology.
The DRC-Hubo humanoid robot
Mumbai: First time in Davos World Economic Forum’s 46-year long history, a robot is being given an identity card for the event. The robot, known as the DRC-Hubo, is a semi-autonomous humanoid robot, which is programmed to move and interact with humans and the environment.
The DRC-Hubo humanoid robot
The DRC-Hubo has been developed by the Korean Institute for Science and Technology. It is made of aluminum and weighs approximately 80 kilograms. The robot sports three cameras that provide either a narrow or a wide view and the ability to perceive 3D objects. Each of DRC-Hubo’s arms have 7 motors and 7 motor drivers, to simulate the mechanics of a human arm and support lifting, turning and twisting movements.
( Source : deccan chronicle )
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