don’t mess with this killer robot
March 8th, 2007 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! by: technabob
An Isreali defense manufacturer today revealed their new portable robot that’s capable of going into dangerous war zones and taking down enemies on its own (with the aid of a wireless remote control and built-in video camera). The VIPeR robot has an a full arsenal of weaponry on board, including an automatic pistol and grenade planting capabilities.
The robot’s maker, Elbit Systems, Ltd., claims that the rugged, dual-treaded robot can climb stairs and challenging surfaces like rubble without a problem. In addition to its fighting duties, the robot can be used for bomb detection and disposal.
I certainly wouldn’t want to run into one of these in a dark alley.
[via Reuters]
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March 8th, 2007 comments (3): stumble it! digg it! by: technabob
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big deal, the US military has had this stuff since the 60’s.
This is a smart-looking robot. But I wonder how effective it would be at that size. By the way, firearms are illegal in my country, so could this robot carry a different assault weapon? Its neat though.