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A Tech Marvel for Accessibility
Shanghai Jiao Tong University just unveiled a futuristic six-legged guide robot designed to empower visually impaired individuals! Using advanced navigation tech and safety sensors, this innovation could tackle China’s critical shortage of trained guide dogs. Professor Gao Feng called it a revolutionary ‘pair of eyes’ for those navigating the world without sight.
Why This Matters
With 17.31 million visually impaired residents in China and only ~400 guide dogs available nationwide (1 for every 40,000 people!), the demand for affordable solutions is huge. Traditional guide dogs take years to train and cost over $20,000 each—making this robot a potential game-changer.
How It Works
While details are under wraps, the robot’s six legs reportedly mimic natural movement for stability, while AI helps avoid obstacles. Think Wall-E meets service animal—but with extra limbs! The team aims to make it accessible and user-friendly, though pricing and release dates remain TBA.
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Shanghai Uni’s Six-Legged Robot Aims to Be a ‘Pair of Eyes’ for the Visually Impaired
Using advanced navigation tech and safety sensors, this innovation could tackle China’s critical shortage of trained guide dogs. Professor Gao Feng called it a revolutionary ‘pair of eyes’ for those navigating the world without sight.
Why This Matters
The team aims to make it accessible and user-friendly, though pricing and release dates remain TBA.
