2 weeks ago If there is one thing Detroit is known for, it's... Robocop? See the nearly finished statue that is going to (fingers crossed) soon be placed somewhere in the city.
Your childhood fantasy (or fear?) of seeing an officer of the law who is part man/part machine may be coming true soon, thanks to Researchers at Florida International University's Discovery Lab and a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Reserves. These folks are working to build "telepresence robots," which would patrol the streets while being controlled by disabled police officers and military vets. Let's pause to allow the awesomeness sink in.
February 16, 2011 A few weeks ago, Detroit Mayor, Dave Bing made it clear the city would not be building a statue of film icon, Robocop. But thanks to some very generous nerds, the Motor City might be a little safer, and way cooler.
