The regular demonstration of the bipedal humanoid robot "ASIMO" developed by the automobile manufacturer Honda will end, and the final show was held in Tokyo on the 31st.
"ASIMO" is a bipedal robot developed by Honda by applying car control technology, and has been improved for seven generations since its debut in 2000.
In addition to walking with two legs, we have evolved our technology by running and jumping, showing off our high athletic ability at various events in Japan and overseas, including the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, and appealing the technological capabilities of Japanese manufacturers. I've done it.
However, as the technology that brings people closer to the movement has reached a certain level, the company completed development several years ago, and the regular demonstrations that have been held at the head office in Minato-ku, Tokyo for more than 20 years will be held in 31 days. It will be finished.
At the final show at the head office, ASIMO performed special skills such as dancing and kicking soccer balls, and visiting families and enthusiastic fans took pictures and applauded to spare time. did.
An elementary school boy in Tokyo said, "I like the place where ASIMO runs and sings, and the kindness. I'm sad, but I'm glad to see you again."
Honda will continue to exhibit ASIMO's demonstration, but will continue to focus on developing an avatar robot that can be operated remotely from a distance.