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You have seen various smart devices like smart washing machine, smartwatch, smart
television, etc. Most of the smart devices are made to help us in doing our work fast and
efficiently. Similarly, robots are also made to help us.
What is a Robot?
A robot is a smart machine. It can resemble human behaviour and can perform various
tasks. Even, a robot can perform tasks that are very difficult for a human to do. The robots
that look like humans are known as humanoid robots.
Real robots have been around for more than 50 years! Let us look at few real-world examples.
Popular Robots
Nowadays, robots are used in various places like hospital, school, home, etc. Let us learn
about some of the popular robots.
Aibo
A lovable robotic dog whose personality and behaviour changes with time. It has the ability
to identify its owner's face, pick up smiles and compliments, and learn new skills. It also
enjoys being petted.
Mitra
Mitra is a five feet tall humanoid Indian robot that can converse intelligently with people.
It can speak, recognise faces, and provide relevant guidance. It can also understand many
different languages. It can greet customers.
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