The Stellenbosch university’s department of electrical and electronic engineering has unveiled the first South African-made humanoid robot. The university is leading the way in humanoid robotics and has proved to be a significant step in the country’s capacity in humanoid robotics. The robot stands at full height with a functional torso with operable arms (both left and right). The humanoid robot can mimic and track human behaviour in real-time as it is equipped with a webcam and advanced software. Lerato Mbele spoke to Dr. William Duckitt, Lecturer: Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Stellenbosch University.

The Stellenbosch university’s department of electrical and electronic engineering has unveiled the first South African-made humanoid robot. The university is leading the way in humanoid robotics and has proved to be a significant step in the country’s capacity in humanoid robotics. The robot stands at full height with a functional torso with operable arms (both left and right). The humanoid robot can mimic and track human behaviour in real-time as it is equipped with a webcam and advanced software. Lerato Mbele spoke to Dr. William Duckitt, Lecturer: Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Stellenbosch University.

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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

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