The world of robotics in the recent years has seen an exponential growth in terms of innovation and development, as scientists and researchers work to bridge the gap between human and machine interaction. Now, Osaka University and Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute International (ATR) have joined hands and developed an all new android robot called, Telenoid R1. This one of a kind android has been designed to provide more of a personal tele-presence to the interaction.

Both these institutions had been working on personalized androids, such as the Geminoid HI-1 and Geminoid F, that were given the appearances of regular human beings and the new Telenoid R1 has been designed and developed to mimic the appearance as well as transfer the presence of human beings. This all new android is created in both male and female forms and the physical appearance of the droid can be changed to young and old and vice versa. The Telenoid R1 provides the users with the feeling of interacting with an actual human being and the droid has been given soft texture for more human appearance and feel.

The Telenois R! measures 80cm (31″) in height and carries a weight of 5 kgs, along with several elementary motor functions such as eye motion, opening of the mouth, and can even wiggle its head in all directions. The entire project was spearheaded by Professor Hiroshi Ishiguro and the researchers at ATR, along with Eager Co. Ltd. The Telenoid R1 will be available for commercial sale with a price tag of $35,000.

Via Nerd Approved, Plastic Pals & Telenoid