Kokaro a division of Sanrio which specializes in robotics has unveiled the
Actroid DER2 fembot a successor to the Actroid DER. The Actroid DER2 is a
bit thinner and can deliver more expressions, in fact she is so lifelike that
you might mistake her for an actual human being. Its limbs, torso and facial
expressions are controlled by a system of actuators powered by pneumatic
pressure. She can even choreograph her motions and gestures with her voice.
Though not for sale you can rent out the Actroid DER2 fembot for around 400,000
yen (US$3,500) for 5 days.
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