THE FASTEST, MOST CAPABLE ROBO-SERVANT

摘要

Blrthplace: Intel Labs in Pittsburgh and Carnegie MelLon University Occupation: Butler Why we need it: Who doesn't need reliable, competent help with household chores? "HERB is the most technologically advanced personal robot in existence," says Intel senior researcher Siddhartha Srinivasa. How it works: Scientists at Intel and Carnegie Melton built HERB (Home Exploring Robot Butler) on a nimble Segway base, so it can maneuver around kitchen cabinets and balance a tray of martinis without spilling a drop.