The Ethical Dilemmas of Robotics
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What has been a cornerstone of modern society in recent years?

Technological advancements

What is still yet to be perfectly fulfilled by advancements in technology?

The development of human-like and self-aware robots

What is expected to happen when truly 'living' robots are developed?

A slew of ethical dilemmas will develop

What attributes do robots typically contain?

<p>Mobility, intelligent behavior, sense and manipulation of environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'robot' extend to beyond just androids?

<p>More than just androids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with the first use of the word 'robot' in 1920?

<p>Karel Capek</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'robot' in Slavic languages?

<p>The word 'robot' comes from the Slavic languages' word for 'work', which is robota.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Greek god who had built robots out of gold?

<p>Hephaestus, the god of fire and the forge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the artist who crafted a statue of Galatea that would come to life?

<p>Pygmalion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Leonardo Da Vinci's design for a humanoid robot inspired by?

<p>Ancient myths</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current state of humanoid robots in relation to the goal of a robot that is indistinguishable from a human?

<p>Still far from a reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the description of 'social robots' according to Robin Marantz Henig?

<p>Infant versions of the long-hoped-for androids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Origins of Robots

  • The term "robot" comes from the Slavic languages' word "robota", meaning "work".
  • The concept of mechanical humans dates back to Greek mythology.

Robots in Greek Mythology

  • Hephaestus, the god of fire and the forge, had built robots out of gold that acted as his helpers.
  • Hephaestus' robots included a complete set of life-size golden handmaidens that helped around the house.
  • Pygmalion, a mythological figure, crafted a statue of Galatea that came to life.

Early Development of Humanoid Robots

  • Leonardo Da Vinci designed a humanoid robot in the form of an armored knight in 1495.
  • Da Vinci's robot was designed to sit up, wave its arms, move its head, and open its mouth.
  • It is unknown if Da Vinci built the robot.

Modern State of Robots

  • Despite advancements in technology, the development of humanoid robots that are indistinguishable from humans is still far from a reality.
  • "Social robots" are currently being developed, but they are not what people expected - docile companions that can serve and perform tasks.

Ethical Dilemmas of Robotics

  • The development of human-like and self-aware robots (androids) raises ethical dilemmas.
  • With the rapid advancement of technology, it is likely that androids will be developed in the future.
  • There is no consensus on the definition of the word "robot", but it typically includes attributes such as mobility, intelligent behavior, and sense and manipulation of environment.

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Explore the ethical challenges and considerations surrounding robotics and artificial intelligence. Delve into the moral implications of creating machines with advanced capabilities and the impact on society. Reflect on the intersection of technology and ethics in the field of robotics.

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