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The rise of respectful robots

Someday, when droids walk among us, they’ll probably be polite pedestrians.

courteous robot

MEEP MEEP  This courteous new robot avoids obstacles and oncoming foot traffic as it weaves through a crowd.  

MIT

By Maria Temming

- More than 2 years ago

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A new robot has the mobility of R2-D2 and the manners of C-3PO.

This knee-high, self-driving bot abides by social protocols as it weaves through foot traffic: keep right, pass left, respect others’ personal space.