The Robo Arm Wrestler…for the elderly

The Robo Arm Wrestler is a big step up over the last version we hit. This wrastlin' bot automatically adjusts its strength and even considers the "attitude, will, and tenacity" of the pitiful human competition in deciding who wins this ultimate act of Hawk vs. Bull machismo. And apparently like all robotic projects seeking funds in Asia, it's designed so the elderly can "keep up their physical and mental health." We can see grandma now: ball cap turned back, leaning in low fixing her eyes to the LCD before throwing down expletives in a sinewy explosion of wrist-shattering osteoporotic rage ala geriatric Over The Top.

[Via The Raw Feed]

[Paulo @ Dec 19th 2005 2:06AM]

I can see it now... "...and when I turn my redhat like this, I become like a..." wait for it "...machine!"

[Chris @ Dec 19th 2005 2:06AM]

Great idea! Now you need to arm-wrestle with your computer first, before it lets you log in...

[ConceptVBS @ Dec 19th 2005 2:06AM]

I've fought with this robot at COEX in South Korea. It's even got a screen that shows it "mood" when you fight it. I was fighting this thing for a good minute. Nonetheless, it was cool.

[cnpalmer @ Dec 19th 2005 2:06AM]

I drive truck, break arms, and arm wrestle. It's what I love to do, it's what I do best.