Woof, woof, click?
TheKODA dogcan be used as a companion or a guard dog, its manufacturer claims.
Its one of a growing number of high-end robot dogs.
Koda
But the KODA dog is different from competitors because it uses AI to get to know its owners.
To move, the KODA uses 14 high-torque motors, with two motors on the neck for animal-like mobility.
It also has a high-resolution display and sensors that measure motion and foot tread.
Koda
Its microphones can capture voiceprint recognition with 97% accuracy, the company claims.
“Thus, it will never have the opportunity to learn how to walk in that wintery environment.
The KODA dog can come to understand its owner, the company claims.
Bostino Dynamics
KODAs $75,000 competitor
High-end robot dogs are having a moment.
Boston Dynamicsrecently announcedthat its robot dog, Spot, is for sale.
The manufacturer claims the Tombot is the “most realistic robotic animal in the world.”
This dog is meant for people with health problems who cant care for a real dog.
It makes sounds recorded from a real Labrador puppy and has sensors that allow it to respond when touched.
“Golden Bear was my mothers best friend; losing her contributed to her severe loneliness and depression.”
Pound puppies may be nearly free, but robot dogs dont come cheap.
The Boston Dynamics dog costs about $75,000, while the KODA dogreportedly will costabout $45,000.
A robotic dog may not be cheap, but think of the savings in kibble and dog treats.
