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You can now buy a flame-throwing robot dog for under $10,000 (arstechnica.com)

submitted 6 months ago by jeffw@lemmy.world to c/technology@lemmy.world

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[–] Nerrad@lemmy.world 23 points 6 months ago (2 children)

Lying on my bed, my new dog will keep me warm on cool winter nights.

[–] tal@lemmy.today 8 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

According to the FAQ on the flamethrower, while the unit is apparently pretty flexible in fuel that it can handle, the recommended fuel is mostly diesel. I'd imagine that one could use biodiesel and do climate-friendly heating.

[–] Murdoc@sh.itjust.works 2 points 6 months ago

And you could roast marshmallows in bed!