

A robot stir-fries a dish at a restaurant in Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province. [Photo provided to China Daily]
"A robot cook can help save operational costs of about 200,000 yuan annually, according to our research of college cafeterias," Ge said. "And a robot can be more efficient and environmentally friendly," he added.
They also never take a lunch break.
Tian Xuefei contributed to this story.
How robot cook works
? The robotic cook has highly precise movements.
? It can put together an entire dish, step-by-step.
? The automated arms can place food in fryers, add water and measure ingredients and condiments.
? It can interact with other electrical kitchen equipments, such as pancake turners and blenders.
? It can speak different dialects and cook local cuisines.

Chef robots in different colors and sizes, which are designed by Harbin-based Haiying Robot Manufacturing Company. [Photo provided to China Daily]
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