Robot with a soft touch

Posted on November 28th, 2007 at 2:03 pm to Fairfax Digital by SMH.com.au Staff
Scientists demonstrate a new Japanese robot that looks a little like E.T. that can pick up a loaf of bread without crushing it, serve toast and help lift people out of bed.  Full story »

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