“Avatar” Movie Becomes Reality! Japan Develops Capsule for Robot Control via Muscle Movements

Sometimes, what we see in science fiction movies suddenly becomes reality. A new project in Japan has created just such an impact. A company called H2L has developed a capsule that allows for remote control of a robot by reading human muscle movements. With this system, robots no longer move based on a screen interface; they move with your body. This means it’s now possible not just to watch, but to literally be inside the robot.

The capsule developed by H2L utilizes a truly extraordinary technology. Sensors detect even the slightest muscle movements in the user’s body, enabling immediate remote control of a robot. A simple flick of your wrist or a subtle contraction in your calf can cause the robot to walk, carry an object, or open a door. Essentially, it makes you feel as though your own body has been instantly teleported to another location.

Thanks to the integrated screen and speakers, you can simultaneously perceive everything the robot sees and hears. This goes far beyond simply guiding a robot with a joystick; it’s now about physical integration! H2L plans to push this technology even further.

The company is currently developing a system called “proprioceptive feedback.” This system will allow you to feel the pressure and weight of objects the robot touches in your own physical body. For example, if the robot lifts a box, your arm will feel resistance as if it were carrying that weight.

The capsule is not yet available for general sale, but its price is already known: approximately 30 million yen, or about $208,000 USD. Therefore, it’s currently designed more for researchers, technology investors, and private users interested in new technologies. Although the price is high, it’s possible that, much like early smartphones, this technology could become more accessible in the future.

While the technology is currently expensive and limited, many experts believe it could revolutionize future systems in work, healthcare, and entertainment. What potential applications do you envision for a system like this?

You Might Also Like;