DESCRIPTION
WABIAN (WAseda BIpedal humANoid) is the biped walking humanoid line developed by the Integrated Mind-body Mechanism Laboratory of Prof. Atsuo Takanishi at Waseda University, first built in 1997. The research sets out to clarify the mechanism of human walking and to develop the mechanics and control systems of humanoid robots. The refined third-generation machine, WABIAN-RIII (WAseda BIpedal humANoid Refined ver. III) - the version pictured here - stands 1.88 m tall and weighs 130 kg. It walks dynamically while carrying a load in its hands, dances with a human partner, and walks in a variety of ways including sideways and turning. It can also walk while representing the emotions of happiness, sadness and anger.
FEATURES
- Biped walking humanoid, first developed at Waseda University in 1997.
- Built to clarify the human walking mechanism.
- WABIAN-RIII refinement stands 1.88 m and weighs 130 kg.
- Walks dynamically while carrying a load in its hands.
- Walks sideways and turns, not only forwards.
- Dances with a human partner.
- Walks while representing happiness, sadness and anger.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Bipedal |
|---|---|
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Bipedal |
|---|---|
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What is the WABIAN?
WABIAN (WAseda BIpedal humANoid) is the biped walking humanoid line developed by the Integrated Mind-body Mechanism Laboratory of Prof. Atsuo Takanishi at Waseda University, first built in 1997.
Who makes the WABIAN?
The WABIAN is made by Waseda University, a robotics company based in Japan.
How much does the WABIAN cost?
Waseda University has not publicly announced pricing for the WABIAN. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the WABIAN used for?
The WABIAN is designed for research. It is used in research settings.
When was the WABIAN released?
The WABIAN was released in 1997.
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