ROBOTIC RELIEF Astribot Takes Housework by Storm
SECRET PASSAGES AREN’T JUST FOR MANSIONS How to Craft Your Own Secret Door With Murphy Door Kits!
Imagine waking up to freshly brewed coffee, folded laundry, and a homemade meal ready to go, all without ever having to lift a finger. Meet Astribot, the new humanoid robot from China that can do all your house chores for you using artificial intelligence. From vacuuming and cooking to reminding you of necessary appointments, this cutting-edge robot could revolutionize how we live our daily lives. Could your chores soon be a thing of the past? With its advanced AI and human-like capabilities, this cutting-edge helper might just be the future of household convenience! Meet the minds behind Astribot. The Astribot S1 was created by Stardust Intelligence, a Chinese startup specializing in data labeling and data strategy services. The company unveiled its robot at the World Robot Conference in Beijing this August, and the demo video they released to the world of its capabilities showcased an impressive piece of technology. Capable of complex and precise physical tasks, its AI is the real star of the show. The Astribot can learn and interact with its environment, mimicking human decision-making. Stardust hopes to commercialize the robot this year, making it available for research and home use. Unleashing Astribot’s versatile skills. The Astribot is on a wheeled base and can move through a space with ease. It’s capable of completing a wide range of human tasks like effortlessly flipping toast in a pan, plugging in wires, and even organizing items by their type. The robot can also adjust its grip and force to hold different objects like a fragile cup or heavy cooking equipment. It’s designed to learn from you, using its interactions with people and the real world to evolve over time. Though simple tasks like connecting wires are easy for humans, robots have historically struggled with tasks like this that depend on spatial awareness. But for the dexterous Astribot, these difficult chores come quickly. As we head into a new era of home automation, Astribot is poised to redefine our daily routines. With an impressive ability to learn and adapt, it’s one of the most human robots we’ve seen thus far.
Have you ever dreamt of having your own secret passage? Well, now you can with a DIY Murphy Door kit! Transform any ordinary doorway into a hidden entrance and bring a touch of mystery to your home. Whether it’s a doorway to your study or a sneaky side entrance to your pantry, the Murphy Door offers an easy-to-assemble kit that lets you become the architect of your own adventure. All it takes is four simple steps! Step 1: Out With the Old First, you need to say goodbye to your boring old door. Remove the door and the door frame you want to replace. It’s demolition day in the best possible way — no hard hats necessary, but feel free to wear one if you’re getting into the spirit! Step 2: Prep and Paint Grab your paintbrushes! But before you dip into the color, give your bookcase, jamb, and casing a good sanding with 180-grit sandpaper. This will help your chosen paint adhere better, ensuring a smoother, more professional finish. Choose a hue that complements your room, or go bold with a pop of color — this is your secret door, after all! Step 3: Assemble the Jamb Now, let’s get building. Assemble the jamb according to the instructions. The great news is that all the hardware comes with pre-drilled holes, making this part a breeze. You’ll feel like a DIY pro in no time! Step 4: Install the Hardware and Casing With the jamb in place, it’s time to add the hardware and hang your door. Then, fit the casing around it to give everything a neat finish. The precision of the pre-assembled kit ensures everything aligns perfectly, leaving no clues about the door’s true nature. Voilà! You now have a fully functioning secret door that swings right or left and can open inward or outward, depending on your preference, and when it’s closed, everyone will think it’s just an ordinary bookcase or cabinet. With its simplicity, you can start this project whenever you’re ready to add a little mystery to your living space. Why settle for a standard doorway when you can have a hidden gem?
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