Laptop maker Lenovo has quietly developed a six-legged robot called the Daystar Bot GS set to launch sometime this year that promises “comprehensive data collection.” The new robot appears to be Lenovo’s latest iteration of its original Daystar bot announced back in 2020. While the new GS version hasn’t been announced anywhere on Lenovo’s official website or social media accounts, the robot has won a 2024 IF design award whose website offers a few details.”Step into the forefront of industrial automation and public services,” the robot’s description reads. “The groundbreaking six-legged design guarantees unmatched stability and maneuverability that surpasses traditional robotic platforms, allowing it to traverse diverse terrains with ease.”Gone are the days of Daystar bots with wheels. Now, they have six legs, like something ripped from a “Black Mirror” episode. “Boasting an advanced control system, cutting-edge perception algorithms, and IP66 robust protection, GS outperforms in unforeseen scenarios, enabling comprehensive data collection at any location and time,” the Daystar Bot GS’s summary continues.The robot appears to have numerous cameras on board. The front has at least three cameras on the “face” of the robot. The top and sides of the bot seem to offer some additional tech as well.
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Compared to Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot, which the NYPD previously used for pricey police missions, Lenovo’s Daystar Bot GS has more legs and a wider “face.” Full specifications for the Daystar GS have not yet been released, however. Lenovo’s latest Daystar bot isn’t exactly intended for fun around the house like a pet robo-dog. The IF Design Awards’ website states that the bot is designed for business, public sector, and government use in the Asian market. So just in case Lenovo’s clear laptop didn’t make you feel like you were living in a sci-fi movie, its six-legged robot might just do the trick.
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