Japanese robot manufacturing is more than a mere mix of high precision and functional design. For instance, tested at train stations and offices, security robot PATORO—developed by ZMP (@zmpinc)—meets rising demand for disinfectant solution to reduce the risk of #COVID19. Japan is advancing creative and innovative robot solutions tailored to clients' needs: #InnovationJapan #Society5_0 More on ZMP: https://www.zmp.co.jp/products/lrb/patoro More on Japan's robotics: https://www.gov-online.go.jp/e

How do you build a robot that moves without joints? In this clip from a 1991 lecture on Japanese robotics, Dr. Red Whittaker explains the mechanics behind "flexible tube actuators." By varying air pressure within three internal chambers, these tubes could achieve high strength relative to their weight. The quad-screen demonstration highlights their versatility, showing how they could be combined in unique ways to handle delicate tasks or navigate confined spaces. | Computer History Museum