What constitutes a “cool” robot? Earlier this week, IDGA (Institute for Defense and Government Advancement) posted what they consider the “top 5 most awesome robots.”

IDGA noted that what was once the menace of sci-fi films is now a major force on the battlefield, and companies and agencies such as DARPA continue to develop innovative ideas.

Is there a Canadian list? Who should be on it? We’ll start by nominating DRDC’s Micro Hydraulic Tool Kit, even though it is still in the early stages of learning to walk. Other nominations?