Human looking robots have always been a fantasy in the modern world. They are fictitious characters in movies, cartoons, comic strips, video games and children’s books. We dream that one day they’ll live alongside us and aid us in our everyday lives being caregivers and companions as depicted in the movie “I, Robot”. Yet, we fear that when that day comes, they would’ve have acquired far too much intelligence and will want to overthrow the human race. All these of course, are part of the imaginative mind that seeks to captivate and entertain. Yet, what was once only part of a dream is slowly taking form.
Many of us know or have heard of the technological advances and creativity of the Japanese. Hence, it comes as no surprise that they should create the very first android.
She’s able to communicate with visitors and display human-like behaviour albeit a little stiff. However, I can’t judge the extent of her language capabilities since I do not understand Jap. Also, she is developed more for amusement and research rather than any real-world application so counter staff, no fear yet!
The development of andriods have taken a leap when real-world applications surface. Who would’ve thought that the widespread commercialisation of androids will take place in Arabia? Meet Camel, a robot camel rider used in camel racing.
Camel racing has a long tradition in Arabia. In the past, children from Sudan were sold to be camel riders. As a light camel rider meant that the camel will be able to run faster, these children were often starved and ill-treated. Also, many were trampled to death in races. The UN stepped in and now, androids replaced children as camel riders. In my opinion, the most amazing thing about Camel is it’s ability to emulate the whipping actions of camel jockeys – 3 different actions for 3 different commands. However, it’s competitor robot which is far less sophisticated with only a single whipping action seems to gain greater popularity with the locals. A proof of Occam’s Razor, the simplest solution is most likely to be correct.
This and Just Dance are two catchy songs that keep ringing in my head. Helps that they have so many different versions in sexy outfits. The original MV has that old classy feel and funny story.
I always knew there’s something I can do with all the beer bottles I used to collect. Such a shame I didn’t figure it out before I cleared them all out.
There are a lot of factors in losing and maintaining a healthy diet and weight, but the HealthAssist blog points out that eating slowly might play a larger role than you realize.
Along with the general knowledge of your body needing more time to figure out it’s full than most rush-rush meals allow for, “insulin resistance” and other factors suggest eating more slowly is something to strive for.
So basically, if I eat slowly, I’d lose weight? Perhaps the rising rate of obesity in Singapore is due to shorter and shorter lunch breaks.
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