Asimo facts for kids
Asimo is a robot that was built by Honda. The current models can walk, run, and go up and down stairs. Engineers plan to add laser capabilities. It's height is 130 centimeters (4 feet 3 inches) and weight 54 kilograms (119 pounds). Asimo is just like an astronaut wearing a backpack and can walk or run on two feet.
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Development
ASIMO was created at Honda's Research & Development Wako Fundamental Technical Research Center in Japan. Honda will not confirm how much it costs.
Name
ASIMO is an acronym. ASIMO stands for "Advanced Step in Innovative MObility". It should be pronounced “ah she moh” to match the original Japanese pronunciation.
As of February 2009, there are over 100 ASIMO units in existence.
Images for kids
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P3 model (left) compared to ASIMO
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Conducting an orchestra
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Dancing in Disneyland
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ASIMO environment identifying sensors which include visual, ground, and ultrasonic sensors
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Two cameras inside the black visor of ASIMO
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Pairs of black markings are used to provide targets for its autonomous navigation
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The ground and front ultrasonic sensors are located at the bottom part of the torso
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The sole of the left foot is shown which is part of the Floor Reaction Control
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Rear view of ASIMO
See also
In Spanish: ASIMO para niños
