WL-16

Japanese robotics company Tmsuk, along with the Waseda University, created a two-legged walking robot which is capable of carrying a person.

This robot, called WL-16, is dubbed as the world’s first walking robot that carries people. Its researchers hope that one day this chair robot will replace wheel chairs used by physically challenged people and can be utilized to transport goods in difficult areas or terrains.

Short for Waseda Leg No. 16, WL-16 is a chair robot made of aluminium and is mounted on two sets of telescopic poles that are secured to flat plates, which double up as its feet. This robot can climb up and down, and is being enhanced to carry heavy goods even on difficult terrains.

This Japanese robot chair is capable of carrying loads up to 60 kilograms. It can adjust its posture and can walk smoothly even if the person sitting on top shifts his or her weight. Installed with a dozen actuators, this robot can walk forward, backward and sideways.

WL-16 Features:

• Two sets of Telescopic Pole feet
• 12 actuators
• Radio controlled
• Gyroscope
• Force and Torque Sensor
• Electronic brakes
• Made from polyacetal resin and aluminium