ASIMO: The Evolution of a Revolutionary Robot

ASIMO, developed by Honda over 20 years, is a highly advanced humanoid robot. It integrates various subsystems to function autonomously, unlike many university lab robots. ASIMO's walking mechanism has evolved to mimic human movement, eliminating pauses during turns. Since 1986, ASIMO has improved significantly, now able to climb stairs and run at 6 km/h. It can recognize voices, faces, and gestures, and is believed to be manufacturable for under $1 million.

What distinguishes ASIMO from other robotic projects in university labs?

• It is a fully integrated robot capable of autonomous behavior.

• It is the first robot to be developed by Honda.

• It can only perform tasks in a controlled environment.

• It is the most expensive robot ever built.

How has ASIMO's walking mechanism improved over time?

• It can only walk in a straight line.

• It can shift its center of gravity like a human.

• It now uses wheels instead of legs.

• It requires manual control for turning.

What was a limitation of the earliest walking robots developed by Honda?

• They were capable of climbing stairs.

• They could only move in a straight line.

• They could run at high speeds.

• They could recognize human faces.

What is one of the capabilities of the latest ASIMO model?

• It can climb stairs smoothly.

• It is unable to run.

• It can only walk on flat surfaces.

• It cannot recognize voices.

What is the estimated manufacturing cost of an ASIMO unit?

• Over $5,000,000

• Under $1,000,000

• Exactly $2,000,000

• Around $3,000,000