In an era where technology constantly challenges the limits of imagination, The Thermonator robot dog appears as a revolutionary and dangerous product.
Developed by Ohio flamethrower manufacturer Lanzar Llama, this 26-pound robotic dog has captured the public’s attention by offering a peculiar combination: a walking robot dog equipped with a flamethrower mounted on its back.
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El Thermonatorannounced at the end of last year, It is now available for purchase in the United States at a price of 9,420 dollars (around 160 thousand Mexican pesos).
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Despite the surprise generated by this innovative product, some question its usefulness and safety, considering the potential risk involved in a robot capable of breathing fire.
The development company has reported that it is completely legal, since the product is not registered as a weapon. Furthermore, its advertising campaign has focused on showing off its practical uses in different areas, turning it into a “tool”.
According to information provided by the company, the Thermonator comes equipped with an ARC flamethrower capable of shooting fire up to 30 feet away, powered by a gasoline fuel tank. It also has a one-hour battery life, laser sight, lidar mapping and can be controlled remotely via an app.
The Lanzar Llama company claims that the Thermonator can be used in forest fire prevention, agricultural management and entertainment.
As soon as it was announced that it was available for purchase, the Thermonator has received thousands of reviews on social media. Especially for going on sale in the United States, a country where crimes are often committed with “tools” of everyday use.
Despite the many cons, The company has already received numerous orders and has even offered to do free shipping for interested buyers.
More flamethrowers
In addition to the Thermonator, The company also markets a flamethrower droneknown as TF-19 WASP, thus expanding its catalog of innovative technological solutions.
Gizmodo has attempted to contact Lanzar Llama for more details about the Thermonator, and is expected to update this story with any response provided by the company.
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2024-04-24 04:38:37