When we think of robots, what comes to our mind at first is something which looks like a human but works like a machine. But all robots don't look like that, that category of robots is particularly known as humanoids.
Since many robots in science fiction look like humans, a humanoid may be the default of robots for most people. The optimal shape of the robot is determined by the required functions for the robot. We should consider what kinds of desires robots can satisfy.
We claim that humanoids should be expected to do tasks which we do not want to do and to be our partners to enjoy communications. Considering how to realize these functions, the features of humanoid robots can be summarized as follows:
1. Humanoids can work in the environment for humans as it is,
2. Humanoids can use tools for humans as it is, and
3. Humanoids have a human-like shape.
The environment of modern society is designed for humans. For example, the width of a corridor, the height of a stair, and the position of a handrail are determined to fit the size and motions of humans.
Therefore, we need not modify the human environment for a robot to operate when the robot has a human shape and moves like a human. It should be more beneficial to develop humanoid robots than to modify the environment.
The second feature should have a similar meaning. Most tools for humans are designed to be used by humans. For example, the size and shape of chairs are determined by the size of them, and the height of the dining tables is decided by their size. The tools for humans are likely to be used by humanoid robots as it is. It should be more economical to use humanoid robots than to re-design numerous tools.
The further a robot is from a human in shape, the fewer humans feel a human in the robot. It is fun to watch a biped humanoid robot dancing, but the dancing of a wheeled robot should be less attractive. A human-like shape is very important to realize a partner robot that can make us enjoy ourselves. The third feature must be the primary account of why many robots look like humans in science fiction.
Future of Humanoids
The biggest breakthrough in the Humanoid robot sector was the introduction of Sophia, created by a Hong Kong-based company, Hanson robotics. Hanson Robotics designed Sophia to be a suitable companion for the elderly at nursing homes and to help people and crowds at large events. In the next two decades, robots will be used as the replacement for humans in most manufacturing and service jobs.
Economic development will be based on the advancement of robotics. Japan's current strength in this field says that it may become the economic leader in the near future. Microsoft Robotics Studio is software that Microsoft is currently working on to stabilize the fragmented robotics market.
Walking smoothly is not easy for a robot, especially when the ground is bumpy. Researchers at Japan's Waseda University have developed a pair of four-foot-tall robotic legs that can move efficiently across uneven terrain.
The Biped Walking Robot uses foot-like sensors to measure the forces between its base and the floor, maintaining on-the-fly balance based on the weight of its load. In the near future humanoids will exhibit emotion, forge relationships, make decisions, and develop as they learn through interaction with the environment.
Humanoid Robotics also offer a unique research tool for understanding the human brain and body. Humanoids have provided revolutionary new ways of studying cognitive science.
The largest concentration of activity is seen presently in Japan and Korea, major leaders in the production of service robots. It is predicted that by the near future the Intelligent Service Robot industry will grow to the same size as the IT industry. Japan’s Mitsubishi Research Institute predicts that each household would own at least one robot by 2050.
Why Robots Can Never Fully Replace Humans?
Scientists all over the world have been discussing whether there could be a dystopian world in the near future. It is a well-versed fact that AI robots, Chatbots, and Home assistants such as Alexa, google home is on the rise and are still under development, but are becoming a major part of our lives. Even though these could and would replace humans; all these were made with the idea of helping, not replacing.
The trends show otherwise across sectors, businesses are keen to capitalise on the cost savings offered by automating processes formerly performed by people.BUT now the important question is whether or not humanoids/robots can completely replace us. NO should be the answer. The reason is straightforward. While some processes can be automated, a machine will never be able to replicate the service that humans can provide (yet).
.jpeg)
0 Comments