Robots Marching into Our Lives: From Companions to Caregivers

Robots are becoming more prevalent, with humanoid robots being developed for industries like security, healthcare, and hospitality. Examples include the Atlas search and rescue robot and Moley robotic chef.
Social companion bots like Miko are being made for kids, to interact and learn with them.
Medical nanorobots can deliver targeted medication inside the body.
Robots like Robear can safely lift and move patients, helping in healthcare settings.
Famous pop culture robots that capture our imagination include R2-D2, WALL-E, The Terminator, and Westworld's Maeve and Dolores.

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