iBot Self-Balancing Mobility Device FDA Approved 274
ptorrone writes "In November of 2002, I was able to see the self-balancing iBot mobility device, which can go up and down stairs and travel/balance on two wheels, in person. It literally brought tears to my eyes seeing what it will mean for millions of disabled people around the world. Today, the FDA has approved its use, after years of approval processes and testing." We've mentioned this Dean Kamen-created product previously, but it's good to see it officially approved and available for those who need it.
And here I am (Score:5, Funny)
nice (Score:2, Funny)
Re:Ahem... and in some more important news: (Score:2, Funny)
with brides worth an estimated $5 million
Damn, those are some expensive women. Apparently Microsoft is "diversifying" their business quite a bit.
iBot is the first step. (Score:3, Funny)
I wonder if I can mod this thing into a gundam... or better yet a megadeus.
*honk*
Fun (Score:0, Funny)
The remote function allows you to detach the joystick, and via cable wire connection, drive the empty iBOT(TM) Mobility System into the back of a vehicle for easy transporting.
I sense a few comedy moments exploiting THAT feature.
From a serious side, I saw a documentery a while ago about these, and the only thing about them that would make me nervous is the stair climbing and descent.
Sounds like something Apple should market... (Score:3, Funny)
boxing? (Score:1, Funny)
Presidential Testing (Score:5, Funny)
Re:Sounds like something Apple should market... (Score:3, Funny)
Re: Presidential Testing (Score:2, Funny)
*cough*
http://www.usatoday.com/money/industri
*cough*
Re:Sounds like something Apple should market... (Score:2, Funny)
i'Ve gotta go iNto iSolation to get away from all these iDiots before i go iNsane.
Re:Any videos? (Score:-1, Funny)
Does the iBot incorporate a video camera... (Score:1, Funny)
Tears? (Score:3, Funny)
Perhaps you should try adjusting the seat properly.
I too welcome our new Dalek masters.... (Score:2, Funny)
I have a much cheaper solution (Score:4, Funny)
Re:FYI on FDA (Score:3, Funny)
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!
*wipes the tears from his eyes and gasps for breath*
Thank you... I needed a good laugh today.