Robot Reviews

Real Robocops! You have 15 seconds to comply! Real Robocops! You have 15 seconds to comply! Global Deployment of Police Robots: A Country-by-Country Analysis Police robots are no longer a sci-fi fantasy – they are already patrolling streets, airports, festivals, and subways around the world. This report critically examines how China, Thailand, and the United States are deploying robotic police units, comparing their capabilities, technological advancements, and design philosophies and public engagement. We focus on real-world usage, legal frameworks (or lack thereof), public reception, and the ethical and human rights implications for everyday people. China: Robotic Police on Patrol Capabilities China has introduced a range of police robots with increasingly sophisticated capabilities. These robots perform tasks from routine patrols to high-risk suspect interdiction: Autonomous Patrolling & Surveillance: Chinese police robots use AI-powered cameras and sensor...

I rode a robot to work today! (well, soon) The Kawasaki Corleo Rideable Robot – Comprehensive Overview Introduction: The Kawasaki Corleo is a futuristic rideable robot unveiled as a concept at the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 roboticsandautomationnews.com . Shaped like a four-legged mechanical horse (or wolf-like creature) futurism.com , Corleo is designed to carry human riders over rugged terrain using robotic legs instead of wheels. It represents Kawasaki’s vision for a new category of off-road personal mobility that merges motorcycle-like riding fun with advanced robotics khi.co.jp . Below, we detail Corleo’s technical specifications, intended use cases, pricing/availability, early feedback, and how it compares to similar rideable robots and vehicles. Technical Specifications Although Corleo is still in the concept phase (so many specs are not finalized), Kawasaki has revealed several key technical aspects of the robot’s design: Locomotion: Four ind...