Robots, robots, robots ...
Robotopia Rising
Robotopia Rising is a robot extravaganza that highlights the science and culture of Japanese robotics. This groundbreaking celebration is a tribute to Japanese craftsmanship and technology as well as a preview of the future. The most sophisticated robots in the world will be present, and daily shows will provide a fascinating showcase for all of their amazing talents.
Kokoro's Actroid DER2 will be greeting visitors throughout the festival, talking to them and even answering their questions. Developed with cutting-edge technology, including Advanced Media, Inc.'s voice recognition "
AmiVoice" support, the Actroid DER2 has an astonishingly human-like appearance and a great range of gestures and facial expressions.
Hall of States
Here's a picture of it:
I'm not kidding. That's the robot. Though it'll probably be wearing something other than the Hello Kitty T-shirt.
Daily Robot Shows in the Nations Gallery
Honda's Asimo was designed to operate freely in the human living space and be people-friendly. It can walk smoothly, climb stairs, communicate, and recognize people's voices and faces.
Toyota Partner Robot was developed with artificial lips that move with the same finesse as human ones, enabling it to play the trumpet.
Robot Show Schedule (each show approximately 15 minutes long)
Note: capacity is limited and admission is subject to availability.
Feb. 7, 11, 13, & 15: Honda's Asimo 12:30, 2:30, and 5:30 pm
Toyota Partner Robot 1:30, 4:30, and 7 pm
Feb. 8, 12, & 14: Honda's Asimo 1:30, 4:30, and 7 pm
Toyota Partner Robot 12:30, 2:30, and 5:30 pm
Feb. 9: Honda's Asimo 10:30 am, 1:30, 4:30, and 7 pm
Toyota Partner Robot 12:30, 2:30, and 5:30 pm
Feb. 10: Honda's Asimo 12:30, 2:30, and 5:30 pm
Toyota Partner Robot 10:30 am, 1:30, 4:30, and 7 pm
Feb. 16: Honda's Asimo 11:30 am, 1:30, 3:30, and 5:30 pm
Toyota Partner Robot 10:30 am, 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, and 7 pm
Feb. 17: Honda's Asimo 10:30 am, 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, and 7 pm
Toyota Partner Robot 11:30 am, 1:30, 3:30, and 5:30 pm
--Alan