Move over, traffic cones – there’s a new high-tech helper in town! 🚦 Chengdu, the bustling capital of Sichuan province, has rolled out a humanoid robot to assist police with road management. This futuristic warden uses gesture recognition tech to remind pedestrians about safety rules, blending AI innovation with everyday urban life.
How It Works
The robot patrols busy intersections like a scene from Westworld meets Minority Report, using sensors and AI to analyze foot traffic. Need a reminder to wait for the green light? It’ll wave you down with a friendly mechanical arm – no parking tickets involved! 🦾
Public Reaction
Locals are snapping selfies 📸 with the bot, dubbing it "RoboCop Lite" for its approachable design. One resident joked: "Finally, a traffic officer that won’t yell at me for jaywalking!"
What’s Next?
While currently focused on pedestrian safety, officials hint at future upgrades like real-time translation for tourists 🗺️ and air quality monitoring. Could this be the start of China’s smart city revolution? Only time – and battery life – will tell!
