Autonomous robots are being used to help with waste management. These machines have distinctive features, including large cartoon eyes and exteriors colored to match train lines. They follow set paths, moving between specific gates in an underground area.
The introduction of these robots began on September 8, and they are operated by JR East.
Further information about the robots and their operation is available from the source, including details about their design and the routes they follow.
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