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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.
AI and Non-AI Robots
All the robots that are available in the market are not AI-enabled. Some of them are non-AI
robots that look similar to AI robots. Let us understand the AI and non-AI robots.
AI Robots
AI gives robots a computer vision to navigate, sense and calculate their reaction
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 which 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 which 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.
Aibo
Aibo is a robotic dog. It can develop emotional bonds
with family members and provide love, affection
and joy in nurturing and raising a companion.
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