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Development history Honda developed seven basic prototypes examining the principles of two-legged locomotion - the E-series - and then set to work developing three prototypes sporting more human-like features (such as arms), known as the P-series. There have also been several development stages in ASIMO itself. • Experimental Models
Humanoid Prototypes Models ASIMO Main website: ASIMO Homepage Specifications
Recognition technology With 2000's ASIMO model Honda added many features, labelled "Intelligence Technology", that enable ASIMO to interact better with humans. These features fall under 5 categories: 1. Recognition of moving objects Using the visual information captured by the camera mounted in its head, ASIMO can detect the movements of multiple objects, assessing distance and direction. Common applications this feature would serve include: the ability to follow the movements of people with its camera, to follow a person, or greet a person when he or she approaches. 2. Recognition of postures and gestures ASIMO can also interpret the positioning and movement of a hand, recognizing postures and gestures. Because of this ASIMO can react to and be directed by not only voice commands, but also to the natural movements of human beings. This enables it to, for example, recognize when a handshake is offered or when a person waves and respond accordingly. It can also recognize movement directions such as pointing. 3. Environment recognition ASIMO can recognize the objects and terrain of its environment and act in a way that is safe for both itself and nearby humans. For example, recognizing potential hazards such as stairs, and by stopping and starting to avoid hitting humans or other moving objects. 4. Distinguishing sounds ASIMO's ability to identify the source of sounds has been improved, and it can distinguish between voices and other sounds. It can respond to its name, face people when being spoken to, and recognize sudden, unusual sounds such as that of a falling object or a collision, and face in that direction. 5. Facial recognition ASIMO has the ability to recognize faces, even when ASIMO or the human being is moving. It can individually recognize approximately 10 different faces. Once they are registered it can address them by name. Network Integration Utilizing networks such as the Internet, ASIMO can provide information and function better for various commercial applications, such as reception. His abilities fall under 2 categories: 1. Integration with user's network system By connecting with a user's network ASIMO can offer many useful functions such as greeting visitors and informing personnel of the visitor's arrival by transmitting messages and pictures of the visitor's face and guide visitors to a predetermined location. 2. Internet connectivity By accessing information via the Internet, ASIMO can, for example, become a provider of news and weather updates. source: Honda Worldwide - ASIMO Technology (2004). *. Retrieved Dec. 24, 2004. Public appearances Parodies See also |
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