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Boston Dynamics unveils 'nightmare-inducing' hybrid robot (video)
theguardian.com ^ | Alex Hern

Posted on 02/28/2017 7:23:43 AM PST by RoosterRedux

Google-owned robotics firm and “nightmare” factory Boston Dynamics has released video of its latest creation: a two-wheeled, four-legged hybrid robot named Handle.

The robot can stand on four legs, like Boston Dynamics’ previous creations such as BigDog and Spot. But at the end of its back two legs are two stabilised wheels, which let it stand up vertically and roll around at speeds of up to nine miles per hour. Think “Terminator riding on a hoverboard” and you’ll have a pretty good idea of the impression Handle gives off.

Boston Dynamics says the reason for the hybrid design is the simplicity it affords: rather than needing the complex joints of the fully-quadrupedal bots, Handle’s wheels can speed it around with little difficulty, while its front legs can be used for balance and for carrying loads of up to 50kg.

“Handle uses many of the same dynamics, balance and mobile manipulation principles found in the quadruped and biped robots we build,” Boston Dynamics said, “but with only about 10 actuated joints, it is significantly less complex. Wheels are efficient on flat surfaces while legs can go almost anywhere: by combining wheels and legs, Handle can have the best of both worlds.” The video does not, however, show Handle walking rather that scooting around on its wheels.

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To: Monkey Face
They won’t be able to lie to Him.

I have a feeling they won't even be able to speak. The reactions of Isaiah and Ezekiel come to mind.

And even St. John passed out when he saw Jesus in the vision on Patmos.

It's too bad the word "awesome" has lost all its meaning. Because that experience is what it was invented for.

1,321 posted on 04/12/2017 12:29:47 PM PDT by ArGee (In 2017 I resolve to respect liberals more - Oh, who am I kidding?????)
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To: Tax-chick; ArGee

I’m outta here for the day. I need somewhere warm and inviting, like my bed. The barometer is dropping and it isn’t surprising for me because of the fact that it’s difficult for me to stand up after sitting for 10 minutes.

Ungh. Going in to feel sorry for my achy bones.

Later, y’all.


1,322 posted on 04/12/2017 12:34:17 PM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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To: ArGee

Yes, those are true events! I’m plodding through the Old Testament, on my way to the New, thinking of all the good things that happen to people.

I don’t know how I lived so long without really studying this stuff! Fun!

See you tomorrow, ArGee.


1,323 posted on 04/12/2017 12:40:15 PM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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To: Monkey Face

Hope you have a good night!


1,324 posted on 04/12/2017 12:40:39 PM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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To: ArGee
Umm..

You are correct. It was Chiffon..

1,325 posted on 04/12/2017 3:32:58 PM PDT by NoCmpromiz (John 14:6 is a non-pluralistic comment.)
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To: NoCmpromiz; fanfan; ColdOne; Cyber Liberty; null and void; Tax-chick; Anoreth; Monkey Face; ...

1,326 posted on 04/13/2017 2:17:32 AM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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To: Tax-chick; Monkey Face; Silentgypsy
'morning....


1,327 posted on 04/13/2017 3:39:36 AM PDT by Covenantor (Men are ruled...by liars who refuse them news, and by fools who cannot govern. " Chesterton)
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To: Covenantor

Note the magnificent indifference of the dragon.


1,328 posted on 04/13/2017 4:18:32 AM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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To: Tax-chick

I can’t believe I slept in until 0430! Whoa!

And look! A marmalade squee to greet me! YAY!


1,329 posted on 04/13/2017 5:05:58 AM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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To: Covenantor

Oh that’s just priceless! That little kitteh must be on speed while the dragon is on Prozac...


1,330 posted on 04/13/2017 5:07:30 AM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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To: Monkey Face; Covenantor

The dragon is probably cold. That makes them slow. We need to go to PetSmart when it opens to get a new heat lamp for Santana. Also, I’ll give him a hot bath.

Happy Thursday! It’s going to be a warm, sunny day here. As soon as I email my mother, Pat will be on this computer to work on calculus, about which he is highly enthusiastic.


1,331 posted on 04/13/2017 5:15:22 AM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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To: Tax-chick

I need to go to Walmart but I’m just not feeling like moving much. I’m thinking that fever is just hovering, waiting to come back. *sigh*

The rest of the day? I dunno.


1,332 posted on 04/13/2017 5:27:16 AM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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To: Tax-chick

Wasn’t easy to match your marmalade kitteh with a Dragon...


1,333 posted on 04/13/2017 5:50:08 AM PDT by Covenantor (Men are ruled...by liars who refuse them news, and by fools who cannot govern. " Chesterton)
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To: Covenantor

I’m duly impressed.


1,334 posted on 04/13/2017 6:48:12 AM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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To: Covenantor

But it worked and it was a good job! LOL!!


1,335 posted on 04/13/2017 6:55:37 AM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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GWR 0-6-0 Saddle tank. One of the last of her breed:

Just happened across it, as you do. :)

1,336 posted on 04/13/2017 8:17:39 AM PDT by moose07 (DMCS (Dit Me Cong San ) Forward to the glorious world of next Tuesday !)
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To: moose07

That’s not even on the tracks! How’s that work??? :oO


1,337 posted on 04/13/2017 8:31:13 AM PDT by Monkey Face (I know more than I say, think more than I speak and notice more than you realize.)
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To: moose07; Monkey Face

I think it just sits there.

We went to Ross Dress for Less and found Sally a dress that doesn’t clash with her teal hair. Also PetSmart for a new heat lamp for Santana. He hated his bath, but he’s happy now that the light’s on.


1,338 posted on 04/13/2017 8:49:15 AM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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To: Monkey Face; Tax-chick

The tracks are buried in concrete.
The lowloader drops them off there when they are transferred from one preserved line to another. Quite entertaining to watch the loading processes.


1,339 posted on 04/13/2017 9:02:36 AM PDT by moose07 (DMCS (Dit Me Cong San ) Forward to the glorious world of next Tuesday !)
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To: moose07; Monkey Face

It’s quite a picturesque engine.

I could go to Walmart and get milk, or to Vinny’s Mower Service to see if he’s found our weedeater, but I feel more like sleeping.


1,340 posted on 04/13/2017 9:05:56 AM PDT by Tax-chick ("I prefer to think of myself as ... civilized." ~Jonathan Q. Higgins)
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