Humans are not the only ones at risk of being replaced by robots.
A video of Boston Dynamics’ iconic robot dog Spot dancing in a blue dog costume stunned social media users, with many calling the dog cosplay “nightmare fuel.”
“Sparkles is a custom costume designed specifically for Spot,” the robotics company wrote in the caption of the article. disturbing videowhich has garnered more than 1.1 million views since Monday.
The dystopian clip, uploaded to commemorate International Dance Day, begins with ‘Sparkles’ performing an intricate routine while another plain spot model looks on.
And they seem to be jealous of the other person’s monopoly. spot-light, joined by the latter’s quadrupeds, the duo performs a synchronized dance sequence so perfect it seems computer-generated.
Apparently, you can teach an old robot dog new tricks.
BD writes that they designed the Sparkles costume to allow their cybernetic dog to “explore the intersection of robotics, art, and entertainment.”
Unfortunately, the film seemed to have the opposite effect on viewers, who found Alvin Eiley’s performance scary and bizarre.
“Boston dynamics are going through a creepy nightmare fuel phase and I’m all for it,” exclaimed one commenter, while another said, “The animatronics get a little weird at night.” wrote.
A third wrote: “Everyone wants to pet their dog until its neck grows 4 feet long.”
Many jokesters have invented dystopian scenarios involving Sparkles. “Pat me within 3 seconds or I will become extinct,” said a witty person.
“Imagine a post-apocalyptic world where a robot dog equipped with a chainsaw hunts you down as you huddle under the floorboards of your shed for warmth,” another person imagined. “Instead of cold plastic and steel, you are greeted by a shiny face wielding the same chainsaw. My God.”
“Shaking” is just one of the many functions performed by Spot, which has become one of the world’s most famous examples of autonomous robots.
Since debut In 2016, This barking robot is tasked with doing everything from fighting fires with the New York City Fire Department to “peeing” beer on command.
