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LicenseHigh Wheel Gear Robot, 1950s, Yoshiya, Japan
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
High Wheel Gear Robot, 1950s, Yoshiya, Japan
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
High Wheel Gear Robot, 1950s, Yoshiya, Japan
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum
High Wheel Gear Robot, manufactured by Yoshiya, Japan, 1964
This clockwork robot had many features for a relatively low retail price. As it walked, the gears in te chest rotated against a background oif sparks. Taking advantage of new technologies becoming available, the Gear Robot was later developed to include a remote control version - this is emblematic of the history of robots in general - that they very often incorporate the latest advances in technology, from new techniques to materials and other innovations.
Details
- Category:
- Human Robotics
- Object Number:
- 2015-443
- Measurements:
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overall: 250 mm x 90 mm x 65 mm,
- type:
- robot and toy - recreational artefact
- credit:
- Purchased from Timea Vincze
