The latest robot technology on show

Mobility was a keyword at the world's largest robot exhibition, held in Tokyo. The T-HR3 - Toyota's latest robot - is not only good at Tai Chi but can mirror complex human movements in real time. Today it is being controlled by a human via a VR set: a 16 point manoeuvring system allows the pilot to control the robot remotely. Modules on the device directly communicate the pilot's actions to the robot, resulting in smooth and synchronised movement between robot and pilot. The humanoid robot is 1.5 metres tall, weighs 50 kg and is made up of 29 body parts.