World's 1st robot marathon
A technology company is organising the world's first marathon for robots in Japan, a country known for its love of gizmos.
So far, five robots have entered the event, expected to last four days next week.
Organiser Vstone Co said it will demonstrate the machines' durability and manoeuvrability.
The "Robo Mara Full" race begins on February 24 and is open only to androids with two legs.
The robots must complete 422 laps around a 100-metre indoor racetrack to cover 42 kilometres.
Survivors of the nonstop race - except for battery changes and repairs - are expected to hit the finish line on February 27, when their human counterparts run in the popular Tokyo marathon.
Source: AP
Published Feb 17 2011
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