Ground Report

Japanese scientists have developed a robot that can help people get out of bed and bring them their breakfast. They claim the 4 ft, 10 inches robot, which has soft hands and fingers, can become even more like its human inventors. The Japanese humanoid — called Twendy one — has enough strength to support humans as they sit up and stand, and can make supple movements that respond to human touch. It can pick up a loaf of bread without crushing it, serve toast, help lift people out of bed and even lend a hand with the housework.