Looking back on the year of 2012 reminds me of some pretty awesome robots. Thats why I have compiled a list that features ten of the best robots from 2012. Thanks for supporting SimpleBotics, and I hope you enjoy the list below!
1. Karatus
- An fully-functional mech-robot
- Allows a person to pilot it via cockpit
- 13 feet tall
2. LS3
- Can carry a payload of 400 lb
- Capable of following soldiers even through rough terrain
- Has well-designed legs that enable to walk on rough surfaces
3. Cheetah Robot
- Can run nearly 30 miles an hour (28.3 mph)
- Created by Boston Dynamics
4. Romo from Romotive
- Developed from the new start-up, Romotive
- Can be controlled via iOS device
- Has "emotions"
5. Baxter
- Can show expressions through its "face"
- Low-cost
- 7-degrees of freedom per arm
6. Nano-quadrotor swarm
- Can maneuver around each other to create shapes
- Small in size
- Sounds like a swarm of bees
7. CHARLI
- Can play soccer
- Can perform Gangnam Style
- Developed by RoMeLa
8. Mint Plus
- Utilizes advanced navigation systems
- Can sweep edges
- Is compatible with micro-fiber cloth pads
9. Disney Humanoid Robot
- Can juggle
- Is able to catch and throw a ball
- Made by Disney
10. Rock-Paper-Scissors Robot
- 100% winning rate
- Uses a high-speed camera
- Can predict movements of its opponents
