The Science Behind Baymax

   The new movie, Big Hero 6, focuses on futuristic tecnology; specifically robots. There are many different types of robots in the movie but Baymax is one that brings a whole new idea to robotics. The idea of Baymax came from the co-director, Don Hall, while visiting a robotics instatute that included an inflatable robotic arm. The softness of the robot is meant to be more delicate. In the movie, Baymax is a medical robot meant to help you if injured. Inflatable robots might not be completely fantasy. Some of these robotics are under investigation and could be used for many things requiring caregiving and a soft touch. I was happy to see a whole new concept of robots in a movie. Comparing it to the technology now seems to mean it will be awhile until we can come close to what Baymax does.