Japanese researchers have developed a human-like robot to supplement the country's shrinking workforce, as nearly 25 percent of the country's population is over the age of 65. The machine has 34 moving joints, stands almost 5-feet tall, and weight 85 pounds. According to CBS News, the robots are expected to be used in manufacturing applications.
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