5 Robots to Watch at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Ceiling robots drop food

​As part of its efforts to minimize human-to-human contact, Olympic Games organizers are using robots to deliver food to attendees. A fleet of ceiling robots can been seen scurrying high above the ground in the dining area, dropping plates of food to hungry guests.

China is showcasing several robots around the Beijing Winter Olympics. Here are some that are helping to maintain health and hygiene, from food service to disinfection.

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