Name That Robot

This is an actual unretouched photo taken in the United States early 1960s, and, no, not of a Hollywood film or TV set. First person to correctly i.d. the device wins a copy of 7 Grams of Lead. Use the form below to submit your answer. As always, an incorrect answer, if it sufficiently brightens the judge's evening, also wins a book.

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