“Android Robot” is a comprehensive guide exploring the fascinating world of robots, particularly those designed to resemble humans, known as androids. This book delves into the cuttingedge innovations and theories shaping the field of robotics, making it essential reading for professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, and hobbyists. The intricate connections between robotics, artificial intelligence, and human interaction are explored in a way that highlights the profound impact these technologies will have on our future
Android (robot)-This chapter introduces the concept of androids, highlighting their development and the technological advancements that make them possible
Robot-Provides a broad overview of robots, exploring their evolution and the key features that distinguish them from other types of machines
Humanoid robot-Focuses on humanoid robots, emphasizing their humanlike features and their roles in various industries and research areas
Robots in literature-Explores the portrayal of robots in literature, showcasing how fiction has influenced realworld robotics development
Gynoid-Discusses gynoids, femaleshaped robots, examining their cultural significance and impact on robotics design
David Hanson (robotics designer)-Highlights the work of David Hanson, a key figure in humanoid robot design, and his contributions to the field
Actroid-Introduces the Actroid, a lifelike humanoid robot known for its expressive facial features and realistic movements
Japanese robotics-Examines Japan's leadership in robotics, focusing on their innovations and cultural attitudes toward robots
EveR-Explores EveR, a social robot created to interact with humans in emotionally intelligent ways
ICub-Discusses ICub, a robot designed for research in cognitive development and humanrobot interaction
Artificial intelligence in fiction-Analyzes how artificial intelligence is represented in fiction, and how these ideas influence realworld technology
History of robots-Traces the history of robots from ancient myths to modern robotic technologies, illustrating their longstanding place in human culture
Hiroshi Ishiguro-Focuses on Hiroshi Ishiguro, a leading roboticist known for creating lifelike humanoids that blur the line between human and machine
Sex robot-Investigates the controversial topic of sex robots, exploring both the ethical and technological aspects of their development
Hanson Robotics-Highlights the groundbreaking work of Hanson Robotics, a company known for creating lifelike robots with advanced artificial intelligence
Engineered Arts-Examines Engineered Arts, a company dedicated to creating some of the most realistic humanoid robots in the world
Three Laws of Robotics-Discusses Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, and how these principles continue to shape robotics ethics and development
Social robot-Explores the concept of social robots, designed to interact with humans in socially intelligent ways, and their applications in healthcare, education, and entertainment
Unmanned ground vehicle-Focuses on unmanned ground vehicles, autonomous machines used for various purposes, from military operations to delivery services
Human–robot interaction-Investigates the complex relationship between humans and robots, exploring how robots are increasingly becoming integrated into society
Denning Mobile Robot Company-Concludes with a look at Denning Mobile Robot Company, a leading developer of mobile robots for industrial applications