Flamethrowing Robot Dog Now Available for Purchase in the US

Priced at $9,420, the device is legal in 48 states and designed for various non-weapon applications.

The Thermonator, a flamethrowing robot dog, is now available for purchase in the US, priced at $9,420, and is legal in 48 states.
Designed by Ohio-based company Throwflame, the robot can shoot flames up to 30 feet and is controlled remotely via smartphone.
Despite its capabilities, the Thermonator is not marketed as a weapon but is intended for applications like wildlife control, snow removal, and entertainment.
The robot incorporates safety features like laser sighting and light-sensitive mapping for operation in various environments.
Concerns have been raised about the potential misuse of such a device, given its powerful capabilities and the minimal regulations surrounding flamethrowers in the US.