The Most Insane Robots of Epic Universe: We Spoke with the Design Team About the Tech

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Epic Universe is pushing boundaries of theme parks by launching with several new types of animatronics — many running in the Florida heat. CNET’s Bridget Carey explains the tech and talks with the teams involved in bringing the ambitious attractions to life.

0:00 Intro
0:22 The Animatronics of the Monster Unchained Ride
1:43 The Ride Experience
2:21 3D Vampire Bat – The Most Complicated Tech
2:44 B-Mode
3:04 Robot Dragons at Isle of Berk
4:12 Hazard Analysis
4:40 Toothless Meet & Greet
5:27 Dragon Drones
5:55 Surviving the Florida Heat
6:25 Hidden Robots at Wizarding World of Harry Potter
6:41 Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry
7:55 Blending of Technology
8:27 Final Thoughts

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