Robo Renaissance: From Butler Bots to AI Allies

Robo Renaissance: From Butler Bots to AI Allies
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Forget flying cars; the real future fantasy unfolding in our living rooms involves robots that might just outsmart us. But are we ready to share our sofas with silicon siblings?

At the heart of Los Altos Hills, a couple's unique cohabitation with robots unravels a narrative of resilience and innovation. Henry, after a stroke, discovers newfound independence through robotic aides, like PR2 and Stretch, transforming mundane into magical.

Robots, once confined to industrial precision, now tiptoe into our homes, promising companionship and convenience. Yet, as AI infuses these metal mates with learning and adaptability, questions loom: Will they merely assist, or could they eclipse their creators in ingenuity?

As robotics flirts with generative AI, the vision of domestic droids shifts from sci-fi to reality, provoking a pivotal inquiry: Are we cultivating helpful housemates or nurturing potential rivals?

Read the full article on MIT Technology Review.

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Dr Mark van Rijmenam

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