News Raspberry Pi robot uses AI to motivate runners by shouting encouraging messages

[Admin]

Sir Walter Richardson is using a Raspberry Pi to power his AI-based robot that follows runners, shouting messages of encouragement or discouragement depending on their performance.

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[Geef]

Wonder if it has an AI version of the drill sergeant in Full Metal Jacket to help people run better?

edit: Kinda NSFW. If you've never seen the movie itself you probably should.

 

[watzupken]

It sounds like the bot is meant to annoy you when running so that you will chase it down to crush it. 😛 Good way to motivate runners indeed.

 

[Findecanor]

I have no qualms against kicking robots.

 

[Findecanor]

Wonder if it has an AI version of the drill sergeant in Full Metal Jacket to help people run better?

edit: Kinda NSFW. If you've never seen the movie itself you probably should.

What happened later to the Drill Sergeant is also on Youtube.

Spoiler: NSFW

Look up "Private Pyle's Breakdown Scene"

 

[Dementoss]

"Get yer arse in gear and pull your finger out."