This BEAR Cuddles the Wounded

We have found yet another bot being developed by the U.S. military, this time one to carry the wounded away from battle. The BEAR (Battlefield Extraction Assist Robot) is considered to have a “friendly appearance” to keep the injured calm. The robot is six feet tall and can carry up to 500 lbs. Remotely controlled with a camera and mic, his DBB (Dynamic Balance Behavior) allows him to carry his charge on his ankles, knees, or hips for up to an hour over difficult terrain. The BEAR is expected to be ready for testing in five years and we figure that it will probably receive plenty of practice in the field.

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