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Kawasaki Unveils Robot Cat to Care for the Elderly
Original: Kawasaki Made a Robot Cat to Care for the Elderly
Kawasaki has developed a robotic cat designed to help care for elderly people. The machine, from the company best known for motorcycles and heavy industry, is intended to offer companionship and support in Japan's rapidly ageing society, where caregiver shortages are a growing concern. The unusual pivot by an industrial manufacturer has drawn attention online, with many curious about how a feline companion robot would work in practice.
Why now: People are reacting to the unexpected move by an industrial giant into companion robotics for elder care.
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- Kawasaki Made a Robot Cat to Care for the Elderly · Industrial Equipment News
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