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China Deploys Robocops for Traffic Duty Without Arrest Powers
China has introduced 'robocops' for traffic duty, which are designed to manage traffic flow but lack the authority to make arrests or carry weapons. One such robot is even claimed to be able to outrun Usain Bolt.
20 Aug, 07:16 — 20 Aug, 10:02
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1h ago
China puts 'robocops' on traffic duty; a 'Superman' robot claims it can outrun Bolt
By SUBHADRA SRIVASTAVA
Read full article →ndtvMostly Factual4h ago
No Guns, No Arrest Powers: Meet China's New Traffic Robocops
It is not quite the "RoboCop" of the 1987 movie: no gun, no power to arrest and wheels rather than the Hollywood
Read full article →Daily MaverickMostly Factual1h ago
China puts robocops on traffic duty, minus the arrest powers
It is not quite the "RoboCop" of the 1987 movie: no gun, no power to arrest and wheels rather than the Hollywood cyborg's mechanical stride.
By Reuters
Read full article →Daily NationMostly Factual4h ago
China deploys robot cops on traffic duty
It doesn't get tired. It can work steadily for long periods.
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First report: ndtv · 20 Aug, 07:16|Full coverage: 4 · 3h|Window: 3h
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