Honda's humanoid robot Asimo bids farewell

Society | Mar 31

Honda's humanoid robot Asimo bids farewell

Humanoid robot Asimo, developed by Japanese automaker Honda Motor, has bid farewell in the last of its regular shows in Tokyo. Honda ended the Asimo project.

In the final show on Thursday at the automaker's Tokyo head office, the robot demonstrated dances, soccer ball kicks and other skills in front of its fans.

Members of the audience applauded Asimo's feats and took photos.

An elementary schoolboy said he likes Asimo running and singing and being gentle. He said he feels a bit sad, and would be happy if he could meet Asimo again.

Honda unveiled the first model of Asimo in 2000. The humanoid can walk on two feet.

Since then, Honda developed seven generations of the robot. ...continue reading

Source: KyodoNews

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