Added: Nov 7, 2008
From: Diginfonews
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DigInfo - http://www.diginfo.tvOn November 7, Honda unveiled a prototype walking assist device that helps support the bodyweight of the user. The new walking assist device reduces the load on leg muscles and joints in the hip, knees, and ankles by supporting a portion of the person's bodyweight.The device has a simple structure consisting of a seat, frame, and shoes, and weighs 6.5kg, including the shoes and the battery.The device is operated on a lithium ion battery and can remain operational for about two hours on a single charge.Natural walking is achieved by changing the amount of assisting force applied to the right and left legs through the control of two motors, based on the information obtained though sensors imbedded in the shoes of the device.Based on the know-how acquired through its study of human walking represented by its advanced humanoid robot ASIMO, Honda has carried out research on walking assist devices, and plans to evaluate the effectiveness of the experimental model in actual environments such as at a factory.
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Rating: 4.64 (87 ratings) Views: 103551' favoriteCount='213 Comments: 123
DoCWaSaBe Says:
Nov 28, 2008 - are u doing an action movie again!
Veserek Says:
Nov 29, 2008 - how often would something like that need to be repaired?
bistander Says:
Dec 3, 2008 - this is a good idea
LegendSaber Says:
Dec 4, 2008 - A brilliant concept, though it looks a bit strange while worn. Certainly it would help those who have some difficulty walking but don't feel like using a wheelchair or cane. But I honestly can't see something like this becoming truly popular until, 1) it becomes an accepted societal norm, or 2) they make it look less ... weird on its user.
tugonmaballs14 Says:
Dec 4, 2008 - only little dick asians can use this device
normaldude1 Says:
Dec 4, 2008 - im the reason why your sister eyes is chinky, lol..
iliveatseven11 Says:
Dec 7, 2008 - welcome to the new era of laziness
aseptic404 Says:
Dec 10, 2008 - I wonder if that can cause sterility.
ktyzvbiby Says:
Dec 11, 2008 - Неуоторая надежда, на то, что, что-нибудь когда-нибудь сделают таки.Но для начала им неплохо бы догадаться на чем люди сидят. На велосипед бы посмотрели что ли...
fuga33 Says:
Dec 12, 2008 - oh my god.....that looks so gay.....
quakermaas Says:
Dec 13, 2008 - This might actually help people with difficulty walking from age or an accident.I wonder if sony or honda can make a device to help stupid, short sighted assholes , who post idiotic comments on youtube.
Seaoftea Says:
Dec 16, 2008 - OMG, am I the only one who finds the crotchbot humorous?
dracovolantus Says:
Dec 16, 2008 - nope
alfie909 Says:
Dec 16, 2008 - no that thin is halarios! XD
NintendoJunky Says:
Dec 18, 2008 - wow, imagine how fat people will be in the future. yet this is still a great idea for people who are handicaped.
gzwizzle Says:
Dec 21, 2008 - what if you have to pee standing up?xD
BichAssPunk Says:
Dec 28, 2008 - its a ball scracher !
jaicket Says:
Dec 30, 2008 - The fat thing is EXACTLY what I first thought as well.Good point about handicapped too. Thumbs UP!
GrossMann69 Says:
Jan 1, 2009 - Yeah, you know that thing that everyone can do? I've just invented a pointless machine that helps people with something that no one needs help with.
GrossMann69 Says:
Jan 1, 2009 - Your name is gay.
NintendoJunky Says:
Jan 3, 2009 - ty mate
l980x Says:
Jan 3, 2009 - It's grabbing his assal region.
theshiningeagle Says:
Jan 7, 2009 - i didnt understand the use sorry may be i'm stupid but someone tell me lol
theshiningeagle Says:
Jan 7, 2009 - mm it is like a machine that walks instead of me ..wow so he is pretending that he is walking wow what a fucken illousion
mrfnk Says:
Nov 27, 2008 - what if they need to run or jump out of the way something?