This $25,000 Robot Looks Right Out of Star Wars
The Tron 1 robot from LimX Dynamics resembles the AT-ST walkers from Star Wars and is priced at $25,000. Initially limited to preprogrammed and remote-controlled functions, it has since been demonstrated in practical roles such as tour guide, delivery, and street photography. The robot offers interchangeable attachments like wheels and different foot types for varied mobility.
- ▪The Tron 1 robot is developed by LimX Dynamics and resembles the AT-ST from Star Wars.
- ▪It was showcased at CES and tested in a Las Vegas hotel room.
- ▪The robot can be used as a tour guide, delivery robot, and street photographer.
- ▪It comes with interchangeable attachments including wheels, pointed feet, and flat feet.
- ▪Videos shared by LimX Dynamics demonstrate the Tron 1 performing real-world tasks.
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The two-legged Tron 1 robot from LimX Dynamics bears a striking resemblance to the AT-ST walkers from Star Wars, but it's not made for conquering the galaxy. Watch this: This $25,000 Robot Looks Like a Mini Star Wars AT-ST 02:11 I took the Tron 1 for a spin earlier this year at CES, but right out of the box its abilities were largely limited to preprogrammed movements and remote-control operation. Driving the robot around a Las Vegas hotel room was a lot of fun, but I didn't scratch the surface of what the robot was capable of until now.LimX Dynamics has shared some videos of the Tron 1 being put to work in real-world scenarios: as a tour guide, a delivery robot and even a street photographer. The Tron 1 from LimX Dynamics comes with wheels, pointed feet and flat feet attachments.
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