Beijing Robots Dance Like Michael Jackson [VIDEO]

 By 
Kenneth Rosen
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Beijing Robots Dance Like Michael Jackson [VIDEO]

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One day we'll have robots that fold our laundry, but for now we can settle for ones that can mimic Michael Jackson.

Beijing College hosted the first student robotic competition this week. Nearly 100 teams entered the competition and enrolled robots into several categories.

Each robot was programmed with software that choreographed three minutes of movement. Among robots that sang and played sports such as boxing and soccer, one robot danced Michael Jackson's "Thriller."

What would you likely use a robot for? Let us know in the comments below.

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