ASIMO

UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA BUCURESTI

Facultatea de Inginerie Electrica

ASIMO

Student : xxxxxx

Coordonator: XXXXX

Bucuresti

2019

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Cuprins

1. Introducere ........................................................................................................... 3

1.1. Scurt Istoric....................................................................................................... 3

1.2. Development ..................................................................................................... 3

2. Concept ASIMO ................................................................................................... 4

2.1. Form.................................................................................................................. 4

2.2. Abilities ............................................................................................................ 4

2.3. Impact and technologies ................................................................................... 5

2.4. Specifications.................................................................................................... 6

1.1. Public appearances ........................................................................................... 6

3. Concluzii .............................................................................................................. 7

4. BIBLIOGRAFIE .................................................................................................. 8

Index Figuri
Figură 1.1. Year of creation: 2000 [1] ............................................................................ 3

Figură 2.1. P3 model (left) compared to ASIMO[1] ...................................................... 5

Index Tabele
Tabel 2.1. Specificații [12][13][14][15][16] .................................................................. 6

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1. Introducere

1.1. Scurt Istoric

ASIMO (whose name comes from English initials or words Advanced Step
in Innovative Mobility) is a humanoid robotcreated by Honda in 2000. It is currently displayed in
Miraikan museum in the Japanese capital city of Tokyo, [1].

1.2. Development

Honda began developing humanoid robots in the 1980s, including several prototypes that
preceded ASIMO. It was the company's goal to create a walking robot. E0 was the first bipedal (two-
legged) model produced as part of the Honda E series, which was an early experimental line of self-
regulating, humanoid walking robot with wireless movements created between 1986 and
1993.[1][2] This was followed by the Honda P series of robots produced from 1993 through 1997. The
research made on the E- and P-series led to the creation of ASIMO. Development began at
Honda's Wako Fundamental Technical Research Center in Japan in 1999 and ASIMO was unveiled in
October 2000.[3][4], [2].

Figură 1.1. Year of creation: 2000 [1]

ASIMO (28 April 2011) / Manufacturer Honda

Year of creation: 2000

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2. Concept ASIMO

2.1. Form

ASIMO stands 130 cm (4 ft 3 in) tall and weighs 54 kg (119 lb). Research conducted by Honda
found that the ideal height for a mobility assistant robot was between 120 cm and the height of an
average adult, which is conducive to operating door knobs and light switches.[1][5] ASIMO is powered by
a rechargeable 51.8 V lithium-ion battery with an operating time of one hour. Switching from a nickel
metal hydride in 2004 increased the amount of time ASIMO can operate before recharging. [6] ASIMO
has a three-dimensional computer processor that was created by Honda and consists of a three
stacked die, a processor, a signal converter and memory.[7] The computer that controls ASIMO's
movement is housed in the robot's waist area and can be controlled by a PC, wireless controller, or voice
commands.[8]

2.2. Abilities

ASIMO has the ability to recognize moving objects, postures, gestures, its surrounding
environment, sounds and faces, which enables it to interact with humans. The robot can detect the
movements of multiple objects by using visual information captured by two camera "eyes" in its head
and also determine distance and direction. This feature allows ASIMO to follow or face a person when
approached.[1] The robot interprets voice commands and human gestures, enabling it to recognize when
a handshake is offered or when a person waves or points, and then respond accordingly.[8] ASIMO's
ability to distinguish between voices and other sounds allows it to identify its companions. ASIMO is
able to respond to its name and recognizes sounds associated with a falling object or collision. This
allows the robot to face a person when spoken to or look towards a sound. ASIMO responds to questions
by nodding or providing a verbal answer in different languages and can recognize approximately 10
different faces and address them by name.[8]

There are sensors that assist in autonomous navigation. The two cameras inside the head are
used as a visual sensor to detect obstacles. The lower portion of the torso has ground sensor which
comprises one laser sensor and one infrared sensor. The laser sensor is used to detect ground surface.
The infrared sensor with automatic shutter adjustment based on brightness is used to detect pairs of floor
markings to confirm the navigable paths of the planned map. The pre-loaded map and the detection of
floor markings help the robot to precisely identify its present location and continuously adjusting its
position. There are front and rear ultrasonic sensors to sense the obstacles. The front sensor is located at

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the lower portion of the torso together with the ground sensor. The rear sensor is located at the bottom
of the backpack.[9]

Figură 2.1. P3 model (left) compared to ASIMO[1]

2.3. Impact and technologies

Honda's work with ASIMO led to further research on Walking Assist™ devices that resulted in
innovations such as the Stride Management Assist and the Bodyweight Support Assist.[10]

In honor of ASIMO's 10th anniversary in November 2010, Honda developed an application for
the iPhone and Android smartphones called "Run with ASIMO." Users learn about the development of
ASIMO by virtually walking the robot through the steps of a race and then sharing their lap times on
Twitter and Facebook.[11]

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2.4. Specifications
Tabel 2.1. Specificații [12][13][14][15][16]

2.5. Public appearances

Since ASIMO was introduced in 2000, the robot has traveled around the world and performed
in front of international audiences. ASIMO made its first public appearance in the U.S. in 2002 when it
rang the bell to open trade sessions for the New York Stock Exchange.[24] From January 2003 to March
2005, the robot toured the U.S. and Canada, demonstrating its abilities for more than 130,000
people.[25] From 2003 to 2004, ASIMO was part of the North American educational tour, which visited
top science and technology museums and academic institutions throughout North America.[26] The goal
of the tour was to encourage students to study science through a live show that highlighted ASIMO's
abilities. Additionally, the robot visited top engineering and computer science colleges and universities
across the USA as part of the ASIMO Technology Circuit Tour in an effort to encourage students to
consider scientific careers.[27] In 2004, ASIMO was inducted into the Carnegie MellonRobot Hall of
Fame.[28] In March 2005, the robot walked the red carpet at the world premiere of the computer-animated
film, Robots.[29] In June 2005, ASIMO became a feature in a show called "Say 'Hello' to Honda's
ASIMO" at Disneyland's Innoventions attraction, which was a part of the Tomorrowland area of the
park.[30] This was the only permanent installation of ASIMO in North America until Innoventions was
closed in April 2015.[31]

The robot first visited the United Kingdom in January 2004 for public demonstrations at
the Science Museum in London.[32] ASIMO continued on a world tour, making stops in countries such
as Spain,[33]the United Arab Emirates,[34] Russia,[35] South Africa[36] and Australia.[37] In October 2008,

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ASIMO greeted Prince Charles during a visit to the Miraikan Museum in Tokyo, where it performed a
seven-minute step and dance routine.[38]

In a demonstration at Honda's Tokyo headquarters in 2007, the company demonstrated new

intelligence technologies that enabled multiple ASIMO robots to work together. The demonstration
showed the robot's ability to identify and avoid oncoming people, work with another ASIMO, recognize
when to recharge its battery and perform new tasks, such as carrying a tray and pushing a cart.[39]

In 2008, ASIMO conducted the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in a performance of "The

Impossible Dream" to bring attention to its partnership with the Orchestra and support the performing
arts in Detroit.[40] A 49-foot replica of ASIMO made with natural materials, such as lettuce seed, rice
and carnations led the 120th Rose Parade in celebration of Honda's 50th year of operation in the
USA.[41]Later that year, the robot made an appearance in Italy at the Genoa Science Festival.[42]

In January 2010, Honda debuted its "Living With Robots" documentary at the Sundance Film
Festival in Park City, Utah.[43] The film focuses on the experience of human interaction with robots like
ASIMO.[44] ASIMO attended the Ars Electronica festival in Linz, Austria in September 2010, which
allowed Honda to study the results of human and robot interaction and use the results to guide
development of future versions of the robot.[45] In April 2011, ASIMO was demonstrated at the FIRST
Championship in St. Louis, Missouri to encourage students to pursue studies in math, science and
engineering.[46]

ASIMO visited the Ontario Science Center in Toronto in May 2011 and demonstrated its
abilities to Canadian students. The robot later traveled to Ottawa for the unveiling of an exhibit at
the Canadian Museum of Civilization 19 May through 22 May 2011.[47]

ASIMO appeared as a guest on the British quiz show QI on 2 December 2011. After serving
water to host Stephen Fry and dancing with comedian Jo Brand, ASIMO won with 32 points.

ASIMO was also the inspiration behind 2012's film Robot & Frank, where a robot assists an
aging man to commit his last job as a 'cat burglar'. The robot in the film, portrayed by an actor in costume,
has the appearance of an ASIMO robot.

On March 24, 2017, Honda revealed ASIMO in Disneyland's Autopia attraction.

3. Concluzii

Robots are taking over tasks which are deemed dull, dirty and dangerous  The idea of robots
with greater intelligence than humans is at least 50 years away, and may never come  It's not the robots
we need to worry about; it's the people who program them.  Humanoids can be used as workers at
Exhaustive task. 7/24/2017Robotics 28

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The level of technology used and years of tremendous research have made ASIMO a state-of-
the-art creation. Sky is the limit for ASIMO’s cost which makes it attainable only by the celebrities or
by the government. Well, now we all wait for ASIMO’s presence in public healthcare hospitals, private
hospitals and in households to assist elderly and need. Although due to its star value and its normal built
cost, the era of an ASIMO in every house is years away.

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