Japan has often been described as one of the pioneers in technology.
The Tokyo Olympics are yet another opportunity for the country to show off some of their most impressive advances.
The latest?
A robot that takes the perfect basketball shots from just about anywhere on the court.
While the United States may have lacked a little skill during their loss this Sunday against France, the robot did not miss anything.
Behind the three-point line, then from the “
logo
”, the Japanese machine sends out a clean, flawless shot.
For cleanliness when shooting.
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The only downside is the slowness of the robot when it fires.
On the field side, the Japanese men's basketball team begins its Olympic tournament this Monday against Spain.
Led by national flag bearer Rui Hachimura, the selection may need the robot to beat the Iberians.
The Japanese too, who face the Blue on Tuesday.