One has to hand it to the Americans. They seem endlessly inventive when it comes to devising new ways to inflict mayhem. However, while the following is legal in 48 states, I am sorry to inform those who love to embrace new technology that this stand-in for Fido would likely run afoul of our laws in Canada.
The company lists possible applications of the new robot as "wildfire control and prevention," "agricultural management," "ecological conservation," "snow and ice removal," and "entertainment and SFX." But most of all, it sets things on fire in a variety of real-world scenarios.
And therein lies the rub. Entertain and SFX? I shudder to contemplate the implications, especially in stand your ground states.
I think I have found the perfect birthday present for my 12 year old nephew!
ReplyDeleteI think those developers have been watching a few too many crappy science fiction movies.
Some 12-year-olds might be mature enough to handle it, Anon. It's American adults I'm not too sure about.
Deletefrom their website:
ReplyDeleteYes, we do ship to Canada. Flamethrowers are legal in Canada, they are not considered a firearm nor a weapon and they are not a prohibited item.
Our products are specifically designed for personal use for the following: ground clearing or controlled agricultural burns, ice melting/clearing, incinerating weeds and other unwanted ground plans, “back burns” or “pre burns” for forestry use, and forest fire containment/prevention, or for the use in film production and movie props.
Uh oh, I hope some of PP's followers don't hear about it. https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/poilievre-trudeau-carbon-protest-alex-jones-diagolon-1.7183430
DeleteDoes the robot dog bark, "Exterminate! Exterminate!" prior to incinerating that or those it deems less desirable?
ReplyDeletemr perfect
Well, mr. perfect, in stand your ground states, I'm not sure any warning is required before 'firing'.
DeleteIt was much more fun when it just fetched sticks and balls.
ReplyDeleteTB
Our attention span has atrophied, TB. We have become too easily bored and jaded.
DeleteTell that to the Palestinians!
ReplyDeleteSadly, so true, Anon.
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