Honda ASIMO set to tour Australia in October

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12-10-2007, 12:19 AM
ShAwNeX

Honda ASIMO set to tour Australia in October

http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2007/09/07/asimo-walk.jpg

http://www.ferret.com.au/articles/z1/view.asp?id=76432

The humanoid robot, Honda’s ASIMO, arrives in Melbourne in mid-October for a nine-week show tour around Australia.

ASIMO, whose name stands for Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility, will surprise the Australian public with his Alive and Unplugged tour which will demonstrate his life-like ability to run, walk, dance, talk, recognise people, hold hands, carry objects and even play soccer.

ASIMO is the result of nearly 21 years of research and development by Honda which, although better known for cars, motorcycles, power equipment and marine products, currently has engineering teams in Japan, Thailand, Europe and the US dedicated to the robot’s ongoing development as he continues to become more human-like with each technological advancement.

The premiere of ASIMO’s Alive and Unplugged Australian tour will take place in a special marquee at Chadstone shopping centre, Melbourne, on Wednesday 17 October 2007, followed by five days of shows with free admission.

Also featuring radio host Simon Miller and some of Australia’s DJs, ASIMO's 25 minute show will amaze everyone with his humanlike movements.

ASIMO and his entourage of Honda technicians and robotic experts will then perform at central locations in Bendigo, Adelaide, Newcastle, Sydney and Brisbane. The 130cm robot will also visit hospitals and schools.
14-10-2007, 06:11 PM
dc2dc2dc2

Im going on thursday !
14-10-2007, 10:23 PM
Red_EG4

Asimo in Bendigo!!!
Screw school!
14-10-2007, 11:59 PM
ECU-MAN

http://www.asimo.com.au/
15-10-2007, 02:19 PM
adnoh

does anybody know what time it start in chadstone ? and at which area ?

really want to c ASIMO.

thanks in advance :)
15-10-2007, 03:58 PM
ShAwNeX

The details are here:

Date: 17th - 21st

Time: varies depending on the day ur going. But there are at least four different show times per day.
You find the specific times at http://www.asimo.com.au/

Location: near the RACV store

PS: if you own a honda car or motorcycle, show your key to honda staff for reserved VIP seating (subject to availability)
15-10-2007, 05:37 PM
xtina

omg wen i was in los angeles they had him there.. they was promoting asimo in disneyland in tommorowland... really cute show.. he dances the hawaii dance and go up and own stairs. even can do video phone converstions.. really cool. like a puppy but human robotic form
15-10-2007, 06:51 PM
adnoh

any1 is interested to organise a " Visit ASIMO tour " ?
15-10-2007, 08:08 PM
riruiz_88

i want to get the asimo plush toy. does anyone know if they will be selling them when they are on tour? i want to get one when he comes to brisbane
15-10-2007, 10:48 PM
adnoh

Quote:

Originally Posted by riruiz_88

i want to get the asimo plush toy. does anyone know if they will be selling them when they are on tour? i want to get one when he comes to brisbane

what is asimo plush toy ?

can u show me ?

thanks :)
15-10-2007, 11:43 PM
xtina

looks like im going to chaddy on sat... got my honda key so lets see what free stuff i get
16-10-2007, 07:13 AM
riruiz_88

Quote:

Originally Posted by adnoh

what is asimo plush toy ?

can u show me ?

thanks :)

this is what i am talkin about, someone from here bout it at the international motor show
http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthr...t=76551&page=6
16-10-2007, 11:23 AM
m0nk3y

i will be going sometime on the saturday probably or even sunday

or both lol - love living 5min from chaddy
18-10-2007, 11:21 PM
steve88

does it come with vtec?
18-10-2007, 11:24 PM
blk_shadow

I've seen it,
its pretty good.

I want one now hahaha......
19-10-2007, 10:07 AM
sendok

Hey all, more info for this topic.. i've been on chaddy show.

Pretty good he is.. and for info, the show mostly afternoon, so if you guyz wanna come and see, make sure before 5 i guess.. they got merchandise for sale like: (these all for sale on the counter)
- plush doll
- wind up toy
- stickers & pins
- cap
- led keyring
- lanyard

Btw, these all from there.. get your ticket from ticketbox first before you go anywhere in chadstone, (ticket limited)...

If need other merchandise that not there, PM me =]

Hope you guyz have a great day!!
19-10-2007, 11:20 AM
dc2dc2dc2

Any approx prices on merchandise ?
20-10-2007, 09:37 PM
GIPONU

Quote:

Originally Posted by dc2dc2dc2

Any approx prices on merchandise ?

u can buy the soveineer package that costs like $29 and comes with 6 items i think it was
21-10-2007, 10:45 PM
blk_shadow

HEHE...when you buy stuffs there, you will get asimo bag as well. :p
22-10-2007, 01:27 PM
mrwillz

its a mad lil back pack kinda
22-10-2007, 05:18 PM
Red_EG4

I saw the Bus in town today, will be heading to the show on thursday with my Honda Key :P
22-10-2007, 10:35 PM
blk_shadow

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red_EG4

I saw the Bus in town today, will be heading to the show on thursday with my Honda Key :P

errrmm..you don't mean this coming thursday right? the show is already over.
23-10-2007, 09:32 AM
Red_EG4

I mean thursday in bendigo ;)
23-10-2007, 03:19 PM
xtina

Go Asimo!!!!!!!!!
23-10-2007, 10:51 PM
blk_shadow

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red_EG4

I mean thursday in bendigo ;)

Ah I see..:D
26-10-2007, 03:23 PM
Red_EG4

Oh well I was substantially dissapointed.
ASIMO is awesome the show is utter garbage.
26-10-2007, 03:49 PM
UNLS1

i have asimo wind up toy on my desk, and stuffed toy in the merch cabinet.
13-11-2007, 08:36 PM
Shorty

Time to revamp this thread for Sydney Siders!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Who's going and when?
I noticed they took off the 'bring your Honda key for VIP seating"-can anyone call Honda re:this? Cuz if thats so, that sucks! Little kids dont deserve front row seats-HONDA OWNERS DO! lol

ps:I'll be rockin my ASIMO plush on the day! CUTEST TOY EVER! I wonder if they taught ASIMO how to sign things yet....lol.
13-11-2007, 08:42 PM
aaronng

The VIP key thingy was for seats at the back. LOL
13-11-2007, 09:15 PM
Kazaf

Is there an entry fee?
I thought I read something about it.
13-11-2007, 10:06 PM
aaronng

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kazaf

Is there an entry fee?
I thought I read something about it.

No entry fee when they were in Melb.
13-11-2007, 10:29 PM
Red_EG4

Yeah it's free, and there was no VIP seating in Bendigo either..
13-11-2007, 10:42 PM
mrwillz

chaddy only i guess
14-11-2007, 08:30 AM
Kazaf

I'm going on the 24th.
Anyone going then?
14-11-2007, 08:43 AM
Chi

When and where is Asimo coming to in syd?
14-11-2007, 11:21 PM
misteR_bilzz

www.asimo.com.au - ill probably go if i got nothing on.
15-11-2007, 07:50 AM
Pumped

In Newcastle tomorrow just near my work,
Probably go after work for a look :)

Edit- Just had a look where its going to be, looks like everythings set up
Pretty elaborate for two days :p
01-12-2007, 12:21 PM
Limbo

just went they are in parramatta today!
Pretty cool
01-12-2007, 11:51 PM
Bayani

Went 30th November - Went Twice!

Bought the Showbag and an extra Lanyard + Mobile Charm

Got the Red ASIMO T-Shirt, too!!! :)

AND! Sat in the HONDA OWNER AREA!

I considered making off with one of the ASIMO Cushions. :D
05-12-2007, 10:38 PM
jooboo

Will this be in QLD ??
05-12-2007, 10:51 PM
riruiz_88

yep it starts tomorrow and finishes on sunday. go to http://www.asimo.com.au/ and it will have the times. by the way its at Southbank
08-12-2007, 07:05 PM
turtleEK1

Went and saw it today at Southbank...

Well done to Honda for such a huge step in technology!

Friend of my g/f works at Honda Brisbane office where they'd been storing and working on him. She said she saw him running around naked!! So many tiny motors!!
09-12-2007, 06:14 PM
Bayani

That's awsome. She's lucky
10-12-2007, 12:12 AM
Darkii_

Saw asimo today in brisbane, last show and last session =) got myself an asimo led keyring pretty cool robot lol
10-12-2007, 01:23 AM
Bayani

what was on show for your showbag? Some states got different merchandise.
10-12-2007, 09:52 AM
riruiz_88

what i got in the bag was: asimo lanyard, asimo robot that can walk, stickers, badges, LED light. i wanted to get the asimo plush toy, but they didnt have it. what did you's have in it?
10-12-2007, 10:29 AM
Bayani

That's what I got in my bag. I bought an extra lanyard.

Down in Vic or SA they got a different type of robot, and a cap in the bag. There were some tiems they didn't get that we got.