[PDF] Humanoid Robots: A New Kind of Tool
In 1993, we began a project aimed at con-structing a humanoid robot for use in explor-ing theories of human intelligence.1,2 In addi-tion to the relevant engineering, computer architecture, and real-time-control issues, we’ve had to address issues particular to inte-grated systems:What types of sens
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In 1993, we began a project aimed at con-structing a humanoid robot for use in explor-ing theories of human intelligence.1,2 In addi-tion to the relevant engineering, computer architecture, and real-time-control issues, we’ve had to address issues particular to inte-grated systems:What types of sensors should we use, and how should the robot interpret the data? How can the robot act deliberately to achieve a task and remain responsive to the environment? How can the system adapt to changing cond
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In 1993, we began a project aimed at con-structing a humanoid robot for use in explor-ing theories of human intelligence.1,2 In addi-tion to the relevant engineering, computer architecture, and real-time-control issues, we’ve had to address issues particular to inte-grated system
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