SoftBank unveils food service robot to reduce risks of infections

SoftBank Group Corp.'s robot making unit on Monday unveiled its new food service robot in a move designed to reduce the risk of coronavirus infections between staff and customers at restaurants and other eateries.SoftBank Robotics Group Corp. said it will start renting the "Servi" robot, which can automatically deliver meals and drinks from the kitchen to tables at eateries, next January.The three-year rental plan costs 99,800 yen ($950) per month. The company said it expects orders from not only restaurants but also hospitals, retailers and hotels.The 1-meter-high column-shaped robot, co-d…READ FULL ARTICLE