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SoftBank Robotics Debuting Autonomous Cooking Robots ‘STEAMA’ and ‘FLAMA’ in the US

SoftBank Robotics Debuting Autonomous Cooking Robots ‘STEAMA’ and ‘FLAMA’ in the US

SoftBank Robotics is set to introduce its autonomous cooking robots, the “STEAMA” and “FLAMA” systems, to the U.S. market. This announcement comes as the company aims to expand its food automation business beyond Japan. The robots will make their debut at the National Restaurant Association Show 2026, scheduled to take place in Chicago later this month. The introduction of these innovative cooking systems reflects SoftBank's commitment to enhancing efficiency in the food industry and meeting the growing demand for automation in restaurant operations.

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