"Anthropomorphic" Robots, while Animatronic in nature, are in a category of their own, simply because they represent the highest level of expression of Animatronics from the point of view of their more fluid and human-like body motions. International Robotics was responsible for launching two Anthropomorphic Robot programs for its client Ford Motors, which have been used successfully at Auto Shows throughout the world.

The Anthropomorphic Robot offered by IRI is also in a class of its own amongst other Anthropomorphic machines, in that it is the world's first and only Robot combining a revolutionary mix of electric motors and miniature hydraulic chambers, using plain water instead of Hydraulic fluid. We call this "Aquadraulics". Read on, and you'll discover how truly revolutionary this technology is, and how much sense it makes to own or rent one. Of course, we'll give it any shape or appearance you need."

"Anthropomorphic"| means having a shape like a human and "Tele-operated" | means operated from a remote location by Tele-Presence!)

Welcome to the world of tele-operated anthropomorphic robots, the world's most advanced and reliable interactive robotic personalities for programmed and live entertainment, design for travel and easy set-up/dismantling with minimal maintenance. This document is to be viewed by those who are considering either a rental or purchase of the technology. It is meant to offer a greater understanding of the technology only. A formal proposal for an actual rental or purchase can be requested directly from IRI.

The Aquadraulic™ AnthroBot represents the very latest generation of anthropomorphic robotic systems, and it revolutionizes the entire industry with such innovations as:

a) Running on water instead of hydraulic fluid, which in turn permits a lower pressure system for a simpler, less hazardous and lower maintenance operation, eliminating most of the concerns associated with leakage as typical of higher pressure hydraulic fluid based systems. This revolutionary new concept also places less wear on the equipment, dramatically reducing the incidence of breakdowns and costly maintenance associated with the hydraulic fluid systems.

b) Unique, self-contained system, eliminates the need for the large compressors typically installed on the floor near the robot's stage, reducing the use of precious exhibit space. The AnthroBot also eliminates the need for on-site hook-ups with water or air as typically done with similar systems. Each body function has its own privately operated proprietary miniature Aquadraulic chamber, driven by electric motors with digital feedback, with one of the highest reliability factor in this industry (well over 100,000 hours of test time). Compared to the typical amusement park animatronic robots, the AnthroBot requires little maintenance both during operation and between performances. All the equipment is conveniently stored right into the small stage, which the AnthroBot stands on top of. It is all amazingly compact and practical to use.

c) Simply plugs into a standard 110v or 220v AC power outlet, as opposed to the typically more power hungry higher voltage systems found in the hydraulic fluid systems used in many amusement parks. No other hookups needed, as the AnthroBot is totally self-contained and does not need an outside hydraulic or air compressor. Robot installs in just a few hours with only three compact multi-cable lines to be run between the robot and the Tele-Operation control station, as opposed to a typical 2 days to one week of installation for other systems, requiring additional lines running from the robot to outside large compressor, water, and/or air line hook-ups. This means that the robot can be installed in record time, minimizing effort and cost, and this also means that the robot can easily be moved or relocated for short-term performances, or even made to travel as mentioned earlier. The AnthroBot is presently the only tele-operated anthropomorphic robot in the world designed exclusively for business events, trade-shows, promotional campaigns, stage performances, TV and film, commercials, etc. This technology has been well proven as our AnthroBots have traveled extensively across the world and have delivered reliable performances on behalf of some of the world's largest corporations.

d) Requiring only 1 technician during the operation due to its fully self-contained and more reliable system, as opposed to other hydraulic systems requiring up to 2 or more technicians because of the considerable supplement of components and the complexity of installation/operation.
This compliant system (see definition of "Compliant Robots" in the accompanying document describing all robot technologies), is unprecedented in the industry of such technologies as Anthropomorphic Robotics. The specially engineered body-sensor suit, virtual-reality head-gear and support electronics, enable the robot to be operated by a host of different human actors, male or female, with the suit and its computer electronics adjusting automatically to the many different sizes and shapes of operators' bodies for optimum translation of body movements to the AnthroBot. The idea of running this robot on "water" also allows our clients to promote the fact that their technology is "ecologically friendly" and non-polluting. Because robots and automation are used extensively in manufacturing, the AnthroBot also makes a perfect spokesperson for any business or industry involved in technologies or products which boast some unique process or performance.

We thank you once again for your interest in our technologies and services. It would be a pleasure to engineer and produce such a robot for you, and we will look forward to the opportunity of speaking with you soon. Please call us if you have any further questions.

PROPOSAL
Should one consider the purchase of an AnthroBot, the following would represent a description of such a robotic character. A formal proposal can be obtained upon request.

1. The robot is to be approximately 6 feet tall, and to be covered with fabricated body panels in a silver metallic tone (see accompanying images in document describing the installation and operation of such a robot).

2. BODY MOVEMENTS: All motions have a 16-bit resolution.
· Left leg in & out motion
· Right leg in & out motion
· Left leg sideways motion
· Right leg sideways motion (all above leg motions are direct drive electrical servos)

3. AQUADRAULIC MOTIONS
· Hip: Upper body bending forward & backwards at the hip
· Upper torso turns right and left
· Upper level of torso turns right and left as well
· Upper level of torso bends forward and backward
· Left arm in and out away from hip
· Right arm in and out away from hip
· Left arm move forward & backward
· Right arm move forward & backward
· Upper left arm rotation (direct drive electrical motion)
· Upper right arm rotation (direct drive electrical motion)
· Left elbow bend
· Right elbow bend
· Left wrist rotate
· Right wrist rotate
· Left wrist bend in and out
· Right wrist bend in and out
· Left hand fingers (each individual finger moves in and out independently and proportionally with direct drive electrical servo)
· Right hand ringers (each individual finger moves in and out independently and proportionally with direct drive electrical servo)
· Head pan movement
· Head tilt up & down movement
· Head sideways tilt
· Jaw open & close (electrical direct drive)

4. STAGE & LIGHTING: Robot comes mounted on a stage containing all the hydraulics and electrical support for the robot. Two computers inside the stage handle the motion control. Each computer internally has a series of digital signal processors dedicated to handling the motions. The stage is covered with a black finish and it is possible for client to further decorate this stage, or to integrate the stage in more elaborately designed and themed stage environments (this can be requested from IRI as well). There is vertical black paneling behind and to the rear sides of the robot stage, atop of which is mounted lighting to assist in lighting the robot. Other lights are also mounted on the front edges of the stage to light the robot from the front. The lights use color gels so that different colors of lighting are achievable to create a more dramatic mood, depending on the type of event and location.

5. MASTER COMPUTER: There is a network connection to the master computer outside the stage, which is in charge of reading the body sensor suit and controlling the entire robot at a higher level.

6. EXO-SKELETON BODY-SENSOR SUIT: sensor suit duplicates the motions of the robot. It has been specifically designed to pick up motions of the human operator and translate these motions directly into robot movements. This suit is designed with a unique suspension device above the operator's head so that the operator can work for extended periods of time without having to bear the full weight of the suit. The system includes a virtual-reality head-mounted display with tracking device to control robot head movements. Proprietary software was specifically developed for this application.

7. SOUND EFFECTS: Sound F/X computer is accessed by operator with 50 button positions for direct access to 50 sound effects. This device utilizes a special hard drive capable of storing hundreds of sound F/X, programmable by user. The sound F/X compute comes pre-loaded with a few generic sound F/X provided by IRI and instructions for loading hundreds more as preferred by client.

8. SYNTHESIZER: A special voice synthesizer is provided to channel the operator's voice through to the speakers with many different selectable voice effects, including pitch change, Vocoder (robot-like voices) etc. It is possible to pre-program a few different voice F/X that can then be accessed instantly by the operator.

9. VOICE TRACKING: Three is an automatic voice-tracking device to generate jaw motion in the robot when the operator speaks into his/her microphone.

10. VIDEO: The robot's head has a single miniature video camera linked to the head-mounted virtual-reality helmet the operator wears allowing the operator to easily view and hear the audience from the robot's point-of-view.

11. MONITOR: The system comes with a second video camera and TV monitor. The camera can be placed in a strategic point near the robot to allow the remote operator to view on the TV monitor the entire stage, robot and audience for a general point of view.

12. SPEAKERS: The system comes with a sound system consisting of an amplifier, wiring, and two loudspeakers that can be mounted atop the stage near the robot or any other location desired, depending on the type of event and location. In addition, a Line Out feed is available on the edge of the robot stage to allow for the connection of additional speakers, should client and its clients wish to install additional speakers around the performance area according to their needs.

13. MICROPHONE: There is wireless microphone feed on the stage, with wireless microphone, to permit the use of a human narrator who might occasionally perform alongside the robot. There is also a sensitive microphone system on the edge of the stage to permit the operator to hear the voices of audience members standing in front of the robot when audience interacts live with the robot.

14. PROGRAMMING: It is possible to program the robot to perform a fully automated performance without the intervention of the operator. This function is used when the robot needs to operate totally on its own, or when a difficult speech needs to be delivered without the need for the operator to memorize such a speech.

15. WARRANTY: The Robot is warranted against equipment failure for one year, and the IRI manufacturing team shall perform all the necessary maintenance and repairs on the robot in a timely manner.

16. DELIVERY: Robot will be shipped to client approximately 4 months from the time of purchase. Exact time of delivery will be confirmed at time of purchase, and may vary depending on other projects being worked on by IRI ahead of this particular robot project. Client may schedule periodic visits to our robotic shop in the US for full inspection of robot prior to shipping.

17. TRAINING & SUPPORT: IRI shall provide client, for a period of 5 days, and at IRI's manufacturing facilities in Battle Creek, Michigan, a technician and robot performer/teacher for the purpose of training Client's personnel in the technical operation, service and maintenance of the robot, as well as the proper techniques of robot entertainment and performance in a variety of conditions and situations. The fee for this service shall be $450 per day per person for the 5 days. The total personnel-only charge for this service shall therefore be $2,250. Client would be responsible for all travel-related expenses for the personnel client would send to Battle Creek for the purpose of this training. Training schedule arrangements will be made between IRI and Client at a mutually agreeable time. When the robot is delivered to Client, IRI will provide for this first performance one of its technicians to give full support during the initial installation of the robot, assisting in the setting up of the robot, testing, and operation, as well as any maintenance and final training required. The fee for this technician service will be included in the purchase price, but will not include all travel related expenses (hotel, travel, shipping of any equipment, meals). These expenses will be invoiced separately at the time of delivery.

18. SPARE PARTS KIT: We highly recommend this spare parts kit to assist Client in the operation of this robot to minimize interruption, should some of these part become damaged or stop functioning for any reason. This kit would include 1 of each of the critical motor drives, spare cylinders, spare sensors, miscellaneous hardware, spare fingers, spare hoses, valve fittings, etc. Cost of this kit would be $25,000.

19. COSTS: The cost for producing the Aquadraulic anthropomorphic robotic system as described above shall be $500,000. If Client should choose to include the training session and spare part kit, this would bring the total cost to $527.250. If robot is ordered in conjunction with another similar project which IRI has received from another client, the cost will be further reduced, based on the size and complexity of this other project.

20. RENTAL OPTION: Please contact us at your earliest convenience to discuss the special, low fees IRI charges for long-term leases of its anthropomorphic robot.

We thank you once again for your interest in our technologies and services. It would be a pleasure to engineer and produce such a robot for you, and we will look forward to the opportunity of speaking with you soon. Please call us if you have any further questions.