# Dusting Mini Bots Panasonic Fukitorimushia Floor Cleaning Inchworm Robot By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-05-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiffer-bot-in-a-dustup-awesome-floor-cleaning-inchworm-robot References: [botropolis](http://botropolis.com/2009/05/floor-wiping-robot-is-like-a-cylon-worm/) We’ve seen a lot of [innovative cleaning gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-ces-2025), but the [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-avionics-corporation) Fukitorimushia [robotic inchworm vacuum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-robotic-vacuum-cleaners) belongs among the freakiest. Just check out the video to see this little squirmy sucker in action. Having a Canadian model prance around dusting in her skivvies isn’t totally out of the question at my house, but having a freaky robot inchworm would just freak out my dogs! I don’t want to have robot dust busters freaking out my dogs. You ever cleaned up after a freaked out dog? It takes more than this robot is capable of, that’s for sure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Robotic Cleaning Devices:** The trend of robotic cleaning devices is disrupting the traditional cleaning industry by providing efficient and autonomous cleaning solutions. - **Innovative Cleaning Gadgets:** The trend of innovative cleaning gadgets is driving the development of unique and unconventional cleaning tools, revolutionizing the way we clean. - **Autonomous Vacuum Robots:** The trend of autonomous vacuum robots is creating opportunities for hands-free and hassle-free floor cleaning, making household chores more convenient. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cleaning Appliances:** The cleaning appliances industry is being impacted by disruptive innovations like robotic inchworm vacuums, offering new and advanced cleaning options. - **Home Automation:** The home automation industry is experiencing disruption through the integration of cleaning robots, providing homeowners with smart and time-saving cleaning solutions. - **Pet Care:** The pet care industry can leverage robotic cleaning devices to address the challenge of cleaning up after freaked out dogs, streamlining the process and improving efficiency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Debris-Compacting Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomba-205-dustcompactor-combo-robot.md) - [Disinfecting Compact Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x1-robot-bed.md) - [Small Space Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-k10.md) - [Dirt-Detecting Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krcher-rvf-7-comfort-extra.md) - [Stair-Climbing Robot Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-x.md) - [Compact Washer-Dryer Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washerdryer-robot.md) - [Quiet Robot Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/narwal-t10.md) - [Arm-Equipped Robotic Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roborock-saros-z70.md) - [Window-Cleaning Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winbot-w2.md)