After finding out that a Japanese robot was designed to study toddler reactions now we get another piece of news of cybernetic success in Japan. A robot that can roll and twist to the music of an iPod was just designed. It is based on complex mathematics and on a special technology that developers consider to be the base of spontaneous movement. This basically means that it is the foundation of building a robot that will not follow pre-computed motions.The robot is called Miuro and was built by ZMP INC. Its looks are simple, similar to a ball stuck between two halves of an egg. These egg shaped wheels allow it to move to the music played by an iPod that is put inside a special location in the machine. To put it all simple, special mathematical rules, algorithms will analyze the music and will translate it into a dance that Miuro can follow. ZMP President Hisashi Taniguchi said it all in a simple statement:

“We aim to create a new form of life that moves freely and spontaneously in ways human beings can’t predict. We’re hoping to turn Miuro into the ultimate virtual pet.”

There have been previous issues of Miuro but now it has special software integrated that use chaotic itinerancy to simulate movements. It has been referred to as just like a child playing. Other improvements are also expected. If you want to buy one you will need to pay around $900 based on your vendor.