<p><strong><span class="region">Osaka, Japan: </span></strong>For people who love to unwind after a long day by taking a relaxing bath but do not have enough time for it, Japanese engineers have created something that may be perfect for them.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The 'Mirai Ningen Sentakuki' or 'human washing machine of the future' built by an Osaka-based showerhead company, Science Co., can wash and dry your body after analysing it with AI technology.</p>
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<p>Japan&rsquo;s "Mirai Ningen Sentakuki" is here to wash your...everything.</p>
<p>A 15-minute AI-powered bath capsule uses jets, microbubbles, and calming videos to cleanse bodies and soothe egos.</p>
<p>Chairman Yasuaki Aoyama&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/0GBwOtCV9r">pic.twitter.com/0GBwOtCV9r</a></p>
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<p>The bizarre device works similarly to a washing machine and only takes 15 minutes to complete a human rinse cycle. The futuristic machine, which resembles the cockpit of a fighter jet or a pod, will be showcased at the Osaka Kansai Expo in Japan, where 1,000 people may get a chance to try it.</p>
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<h2><strong>How does the device work?</strong></h2>
<p>Once a user enters the plastic pod, it will fill halfway up with warm water. After that, high-speed water jets containing extremely small air bubbles are blasted. The bubbles burst and create a small but powerful pressure wave that removes the dirt from the skin. The same process is used for cleaning electrical parts that can&rsquo;t be washed using chemicals.</p>
<p>Science Co. says that this human washing machine not only cleans the body but can also &lsquo;wash the mind&rsquo;. During the wash, the electrodes in the chair gather the biological information of the user and adjust the water temperature accordingly. The AI sensor interprets whether the user is calm or excited and plays specifically selected videos inside the pod to calm the nerves.</p>
<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/are-we-living-in-a-simulation-physicist-suggests-master-ai-is-controlling-an-advanced-ai-world-781064">Are humans trapped in a simulation? Physicist suggests 'master AI' is controlling an 'advanced AI world'</a></strong></p>
<p>According to the company, the machine can result in a quick wash, and make the bather feel physically and mentally refreshed.</p>
<p>The device is based on a 50-year-old design, originally designed by Sanyo Electric Co., now Panasonic Holdings Corp. Although showcased at the World Exposition, the 1970s device did not make it to the markets.</p>
<p>Science Co. has not confirmed yet when the machine will be available&nbsp;for purchase and what will be its cost.</p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

The 'Mirai Ningen Sentakuki' or 'human washing machine of the future' built by an Osaka-based showerhead company, Science Co., can wash and dry your body after analysing it with AI technology.



Osaka, Japan: For people who love to unwind after a long day by taking a relaxing bath but do not have enough time for it, Japanese engineers have created something that may be perfect for them. The 'Mirai Ningen Sentakuki' or 'human washing machine of the future' built by an Osaka-based showerhead company, Science Co., can wash and dry your body after analysing it with AI technology. ?AI-POWERED HUMAN WASHING MACHINE: BECAUSE WHO HAS TIME TO SCRUB? Japan’s "Mirai Ningen Sentakuki" is here to wash your...everything. A 15-minute AI-powered bath capsule uses jets, microbubbles, and calming videos to cleanse bodies and soothe egos. Chairman Yasuaki Aoyama… pic.twitter.com/0GBwOtCV9r — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) December 3, 2024 × The bizarre device works similarly to a washing machine and only takes 15 minutes to complete a human rinse cycle. The futuristic machine, which resembles the cockpit of a fighter jet or a pod, will be showcased at the Osaka Kansai Expo in Japan, where 1,000 people may get a chance to try it. Also read | China: Passengers may experience 5G connectivity in 1,000km/h trains, says study How does the device work? Once a user enters the plastic pod, it will fill halfway up with warm water. After that, high-speed water jets containing extremely small air bubbles are blasted. The bubbles burst and create a small but powerful pressure wave that removes the dirt from the skin. The same process is used for cleaning electrical parts that can’t be washed using chemicals. Science Co. says that this human washing machine not only cleans the body but can also ‘wash the mind’. During the wash, the electrodes in the chair gather the biological information of the user and adjust the water temperature accordingly. The AI sensor interprets whether the user is calm or excited and plays specifically selected videos inside the pod to calm the nerves. Also read | Are humans trapped in a simulation? Physicist suggests 'master AI' is controlling an 'advanced AI world' According to the company, the machine can result in a quick wash, and make the bather feel physically and mentally refreshed. The device is based on a 50-year-old design, originally designed by Sanyo Electric Co., now Panasonic Holdings Corp. Although showcased at the World Exposition, the 1970s device did not make it to the markets. Science Co. has not confirmed yet when the machine will be available for purchase and what will be its cost. (With inputs from agencies)

Japanese engineers build AI-powered human washing machine that cleans body in 15 minutes

<p>For people who love to unwind after a long day by taking a relaxing bath but do not have enough time for it, Japanese engineers have created something that may be perfect for them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 'Mirai Ningen Sentakuki' or 'human washing machine of the future' built by an Osaka-based showerhead company, Science Co., can wash and dry your body after analysing it with AI technology.</p>

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Chairman Yasuaki Aoyama… <a href="https://t.co/0GBwOtCV9r">pic.twitter.com/0GBwOtCV9r</a></p>
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<p>The bizarre device works similarly to a washing machine and only takes 15 minutes to complete a human rinse cycle. The futuristic machine, which resembles the cockpit of a fighter jet or a pod, will be showcased at the Osaka Kansai Expo in Japan, where 1,000 people may get a chance to try it.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-passengers-may-experience-5g-connectivity-in-1000kmh-trains-says-study-780633">China: Passengers may experience 5G connectivity in 1,000km/h trains, says study</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>How does the device work?</strong></h2>

<p>Once a user enters the plastic pod, it will fill halfway up with warm water. After that, high-speed water jets containing extremely small air bubbles are blasted. The bubbles burst and create a small but powerful pressure wave that removes the dirt from the skin. The same process is used for cleaning electrical parts that can’t be washed using chemicals.</p>

<p>Science Co. says that this human washing machine not only cleans the body but can also ‘wash the mind’. During the wash, the electrodes in the chair gather the biological information of the user and adjust the water temperature accordingly. The AI sensor interprets whether the user is calm or excited and plays specifically selected videos inside the pod to calm the nerves.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/are-we-living-in-a-simulation-physicist-suggests-master-ai-is-controlling-an-advanced-ai-world-781064">Are humans trapped in a simulation? Physicist suggests 'master AI' is controlling an 'advanced AI world'</a></strong></p>

<p>According to the company, the machine can result in a quick wash, and make the bather feel physically and mentally refreshed.</p>

<p>The device is based on a 50-year-old design, originally designed by Sanyo Electric Co., now Panasonic Holdings Corp. Although showcased at the World Exposition, the 1970s device did not make it to the markets.</p>

<p>Science Co. has not confirmed yet when the machine will be available&nbsp;for purchase and what will be its cost.</p>

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For people who love to unwind after a long day by taking a relaxing bath but do not have enough time for it, Japanese engineers have created something that may be perfect for them.

For people who love to unwind after a long day by taking a relaxing bath but do not have enough time for it, Japanese engineers have created something that may be perfect for them. The 'Mirai Ningen Sentakuki' or 'human washing machine of the future' built by an Osaka-based showerhead company, Science Co., can wash and dry your body after analysing it with AI technology. 🚨AI-POWERED HUMAN WASHING MACHINE: BECAUSE WHO HAS TIME TO SCRUB? Japan’s "Mirai Ningen Sentakuki" is here to wash your...everything. A 15-minute AI-powered bath capsule uses jets, microbubbles, and calming videos to cleanse bodies and soothe egos. Chairman Yasuaki Aoyama… pic.twitter.com/0GBwOtCV9r — Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) December 3, 2024 × The bizarre device works similarly to a washing machine and only takes 15 minutes to complete a human rinse cycle. The futuristic machine, which resembles the cockpit of a fighter jet or a pod, will be showcased at the Osaka Kansai Expo in Japan, where 1,000 people may get a chance to try it. Also read | China: Passengers may experience 5G connectivity in 1,000km/h trains, says study How does the device work? Once a user enters the plastic pod, it will fill halfway up with warm water. After that, high-speed water jets containing extremely small air bubbles are blasted. The bubbles burst and create a small but powerful pressure wave that removes the dirt from the skin. The same process is used for cleaning electrical parts that can’t be washed using chemicals. Science Co. says that this human washing machine not only cleans the body but can also ‘wash the mind’. During the wash, the electrodes in the chair gather the biological information of the user and adjust the water temperature accordingly. The AI sensor interprets whether the user is calm or excited and plays specifically selected videos inside the pod to calm the nerves. Also read | Are humans trapped in a simulation? Physicist suggests 'master AI' is controlling an 'advanced AI world' According to the company, the machine can result in a quick wash, and make the bather feel physically and mentally refreshed. The device is based on a 50-year-old design, originally designed by Sanyo Electric Co., now Panasonic Holdings Corp. Although showcased at the World Exposition, the 1970s device did not make it to the markets. Science Co. has not confirmed yet when the machine will be available for purchase and what will be its cost. (With inputs from agencies)

<p>The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Indian Railways have introduced the “pod concept” of bed-sized rooms at the Mumbai Central railway station. The rooms aim at making people's journey "comfortable and easy," said the Ministry of Railways.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A pod hotel comprises various small capsule-like rooms. The aim is to provide affordable overnight accommodation for those who cannot afford it otherwise. "Travelling by train on a short business trip or taking a group of students on a tour, POD rooms at Mumbai Central station are here to make your journey comfortable and easy," the Ministry of Railways wrote on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The facility at Mumbai Central has a total of 48 pods, which are further divided into three categories - 30 classics, 7 ladies only, 10 private. One is for the differently-abled.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-unruly-us-tourists-break-into-colosseum-get-eu800-fine-for-enjoying-beer-430160"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Two unruly US tourists break into Colosseum, get €800 fine for ‘enjoying’ beer</strong></a></p>

<p>As per IRCTC, the tariffs will vary, based on requirements. It will be around ₹999 per person for 12 hours, going up to ₹1,999 per person for 24 hours.</p>

<p>The first pod hotel on the Indian Railways was inaugurated virtually by the Union minister of state for Railways Raosaheb Danve from the Churchgate station in south Mumbai. The minister also inaugurated various passenger amenities.</p>

<p>The concept of a pod hotel originates from Japan. They include various facilities like WiFi, air conditioning, key card access, washrooms and CCTV surveillance.&nbsp;</p>


The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Indian Railways have introduced the “pod concept” of bed-sized rooms at the Mumbai Central railway station.

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the Indian Railways have introduced the “pod concept” of bed-sized rooms at the Mumbai Central railway station. The rooms aim at making people's journey "comfortable and easy," said the Ministry of Railways. Travelling by train on a short business trip or taking a group of students on a tour, POD rooms at Mumbai Central station are here to make your journey comfortable and easy. pic.twitter.com/7yfbSfeZ9g — Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) November 17, 2021 × Sneak Peek! Welcome to the new-age Pod retiring rooms by @RailMinIndia at Mumbai Central. pic.twitter.com/NR7OCsxYeg — Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) November 17, 2021 × A pod hotel comprises various small capsule-like rooms. The aim is to provide affordable overnight accommodation for those who cannot afford it otherwise. "Travelling by train on a short business trip or taking a group of students on a tour, POD rooms at Mumbai Central station are here to make your journey comfortable and easy," the Ministry of Railways wrote on Twitter. The facility at Mumbai Central has a total of 48 pods, which are further divided into three categories - 30 classics, 7 ladies only, 10 private. One is for the differently-abled. Also read | Two unruly US tourists break into Colosseum, get €800 fine for ‘enjoying’ beer As per IRCTC, the tariffs will vary, based on requirements. It will be around ₹999 per person for 12 hours, going up to ₹1,999 per person for 24 hours. The first pod hotel on the Indian Railways was inaugurated virtually by the Union minister of state for Railways Raosaheb Danve from the Churchgate station in south Mumbai. The minister also inaugurated various passenger amenities. The concept of a pod hotel originates from Japan. They include various facilities like WiFi, air conditioning, key card access, washrooms and CCTV surveillance.

'Comfortable and easy': First 'pod hotel' inaugurated at Mumbai Central railway station

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