Human piloted Mobile/Mechanical Robots

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The discussion revolves around the potential development and timeline for human-piloted mechanized robots, drawing inspiration from popular media such as "The Matrix" and "Gundam." Participants explore technological, practical, and theoretical aspects of such robots, including energy consumption, sensory systems, and military applications.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express skepticism about the feasibility of Gundam-like robots in the near future, citing energy consumption and mobility challenges as significant obstacles.
  • One participant suggests that if such robots were developed, they might be operated remotely to minimize risks to human pilots.
  • Another participant speculates that advancements in military technology, such as "partial-invisibility," could precede the development of mechanized robots by several decades.
  • Contrarily, a participant asserts that manned vehicles similar to Gundam could become a reality within 10 to 15 years, challenging the more conservative estimates.
  • Concerns are raised about the need for improved sensory and reaction systems for these robots, with some suggesting a timeline of 15-20 years for such advancements.
  • Power storage and transmission methods are highlighted as critical challenges, with one participant humorously suggesting that breakthroughs could take hundreds of years.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit a range of opinions, with no consensus on the timeline or feasibility of developing human-piloted mechanized robots. Some express optimism about rapid advancements, while others remain skeptical about the technological hurdles that must be overcome.

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Limitations include varying assumptions about technological progress, the definitions of "mechanized robots," and the speculative nature of the claims made regarding timelines and capabilities.

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I was wondering when do any of you from scientists or regular tv watcher think that we will have Mechanized human piloted robots like they had in the Matrix Revolutions or in the Japanese anime shows such as Gundam. When do you think we would have that technology or capability.
 
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Well for starters honestly i don't think you will see them in your life time if your talking gundam or mechwarrior type robots.

Mainly the first thing that comes to mind is energy consumption versus its acceleration and or range. Simply put, tank treads work a lot better at moving you fast then 2 legs.

Another thing is that if and when we actually did find a purpose for robots of such magnitude the chances are they would not be manned from within but to minimize casualties would be manned from remote locations through virtual reality gear.

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Originally posted by gmoney
I was wondering when do any of you from scientists or regular tv watcher think that we will have Mechanized human piloted robots like they had in the Matrix Revolutions or in the Japanese anime shows such as Gundam. When do you think we would have that technology or capability.

I can't honestly make a valid prediction, but the Discovery channel did a show on Army Intelligence, and how new methods are going to be adopted into their experiences. For example, they will still have tanks and anti-missle weapons, but the new technological method they are working on is "partial-invisibility", where in broad daylight a relatively large object will camouflage into the surroundings on the environment, so when that becomes ready, I would say that Gundam proto-type mech warriors would probably follow in another 50 years or so after camouflage prototypes are concrete and error-free.
 
You guys are thinking to moderately and aren't looking at all the possibilities.
Trust me, manned vehicles like the gundam will be a reality within 10 to 15 years. :)
 
1) We still need a better sensory/reaction system in terms of dynamic computing (things like keeping center of gravity, negotiating turns, impact recovery, intuitive human interfaces). I think this may actually be realizable in 15-20 years.

The biggest obstacle will be:

2) A better power storage or power-transmission method.

That could take 100's of years if some brain-exploding theory doesn't kill the first person to accidentally discover with sheer amazement. They'll have to keep it out of the news too, to keep my head from exploding.
 
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Great links, Cyrus. And for those who want to appear more menacing (even if they do have only Nerf ammo)...
http://www.planetvids.com/nerdy-videos/2649/real-life-mech-suit/"
Looks best in full-screen mode.
 
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