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Robots are machines programmed by computers, capable of automatically doing
difficult or complex tasks. If you look at modern robots, you can say that they are
electro-mechanical devices that can follow instructions to carry out specific jobs.
Types of Robots
Robots available in the market come with a variety of features. Some are AI-powered
robots, while others, though similar in appearance, are non-AI robots. Let us
understand the differences between AI and non-AI robots.
AI Robots
AI gives robots a computer vision to navigate, sense and calculate their reactions
accordingly. These robots are called AI-enabled robots. Let us learn about some of
the popular AI robots.
Kuri
It is also known as an intelligent robot that can understand context
and surroundings, recognise specific people and respond to questions
with facial expressions, head movements and unique sounds.
Sophia
A humanoid is a kind of robot that resembles a human. Sophia is, till now, the most
famous social humanoid. It was released in 2016, and now she has become a media
personality. She is the first humanoid to receive citizenship in Saudi Arabia.
Initially, Sophia did not have
legs, so she couldn’t move.
But later, she has been
upgraded with legs and now
she can move freely.
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