Robot B-9
| None, but just called "Robot" | |
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| First Appearance: | The Reluctant Stowaway |
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| Planet: | Earth |
| Full Name: | None |
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| Height: | 7' 0" (When bubble fully extended) |
| Weight: | 550 pounds |
| Eye Color: | N/A |
| Hair Color: | N/A |
| Rank: | None |
| Likes: | Playing chess, protecting the Robinsons and verbally sparring with Dr. Smith! |
None, but just called "Robot" is a character of Lost In Space.
Biography
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After the Launch
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Notes
Purpose and Function
The model B-9 environmental control robot’s primary function was to provide a definitive analysis of the physical environment of the planet to be colonized. The B-9 was by far the most sophisticated piece of equipment on board the Jupiter 2. One hundred and ten uniquely designed computer microprocessors enabled the robot to perform many specialized functions. Some of these include:
- the ability to “learn” from experience and to modify future behavior (true artificial intelligence - technical details are top secret).
- data gathering from auditory, visual, x-ray, and infra-red sensors.
- soil and atmosphere chemical and radiation analysis.
- ease of interface and maximum utility to human users be cause of an extremely complete knowledge base - programming ranges from literature and the arts through advanced calculus.
- communications in three formats: through advanced speech synthesis, vidicom tape, and laser printing in read-out tape.
- control of over 43 precision motors for almost human-like movement of arms claws, sensor dome, chest, and feet.
- vertical lift of 50,000 pounds.
- application of 50 tons of pressure, when appropriately braced.
- electroforce beam of up to 100,000 volts to aid in breaking apart rock samples and for defense.
- fail-safe protection against harming humans.
Both soil and rock samples are internalized through a small receptacle in the right tread section. Inside, a miniaturized laboratory provides basic chemical analysis and measures radiation levels. Atmospheric analysis is also performed, breaking down the ambient gas into its constituent components.
Physical Attributes
The environmental control robot stands 7 feet tall (power on, sensor dome raised) and weighs 550 pounds. When in flight or otherwise not in use, the robot is stored in a magnetic lock at the center of the lower level. Disassembly for storage and transportation in the Chariot is relatively straightforward due to the robot’s modular design.
On the Screen
The Robot was portrayed by Bob May (inside the suit) and Dick Tufeld doing the voice for the entire run of the series.